wong4 fung1黃蜂黄蜂
Jyutpingwong4 fung1
Yalewòhng fūng
Definition
Wasp or hornet.
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How it's used
People often use this term interchangeably with 蜜蜂 when describing any stinging insect, though they are biologically distinct. It is frequently associated with the idiom about the sting being poisonous, which highlights its aggressive nature compared to other common insects. You will mostly hear it in warnings when someone spots one near a picnic or outdoor area.
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zek3隻jekExamples
You better not mess with that wasp, you will get stung by it.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 蜜蜂, which refers to a honey bee. While both sting, they are perceived differently in terms of danger and behavior in local culture.
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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.
