wun6煥焕
Jyutpingwun6
Yalewuhn
Definition
Used in personal names, often conveying brightness or shining.
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How it's used
This character is almost exclusively encountered within personal names in Hong Kong. It carries a sense of brightness or radiance, which makes it a popular choice for parents hoping for a child with a brilliant future. It is not used as a standalone verb or adjective in daily spoken Cantonese.
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Common phrases
look brand new
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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.
