wong4 taan2黃疸黄疸
Jyutpingwong4 taan2
Yalewòhng táan
Definition
Jaundice; a medical condition causing yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes.
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How it's used
Medical professionals and the general public use this term interchangeably to describe the visible yellowing of skin and sclera. It is frequently discussed in the context of newborn health, where it is common and often temporary, as well as a warning sign for serious liver or gallbladder conditions in adults.
Examples
His son developed jaundice shortly after birth.
Related words
Common phrases
neonatal jaundice
to develop jaundice
Common mistake
Learners often confuse the condition with the general color yellow, but this term specifically refers to the medical symptom rather than the pigment itself.
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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.
