wo4 mei5和美
Jyutpingwo4 mei5
Yalewòh méih
Definition
Harmonious; peaceful and pleasant.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal or literary contexts to describe a peaceful and happy state, particularly within a family or household. It carries a warm, elegant tone that is rarely used in casual, everyday speech. When people speak colloquially about a happy family, they are much more likely to use phrases like 幸福 or 融洽.
Examples
Their family lives together in harmony.
I hope you two have a harmonious life together in the future.
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Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe the physical appearance of a person, as it refers specifically to the quality of a relationship or environment. It is also not a substitute for the word beautiful, which would be 靚 or 美麗.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
