wong4潢
Jyutpingwong4
Yalewòhng
Definition
To dye paper, mount a scroll, or decorate; also refers to a pond or pool.
- to dye paper yellow; to mount a picture or scroll; to decorate
- a pool or pond
- literarymighty; vast
writtenother
How it's used
Rarely used in modern spoken Cantonese, this character is mostly encountered in formal literary contexts or specific compound words related to decoration or water bodies. It is distinct from the common character 裝 used for general decoration. Most native speakers would prefer using more common synonyms like 裝飾 or 裝修 in everyday conversation.
Examples
The water in the pond here flooded into the house.
They used a lot of gold leaf to decorate the living room.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the character 黃, which is a common surname and color. The two are visually similar but have completely different meanings and pronunciations.
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
