wun6奐奂

Jyutpingwun6

Yalewunh

Definition

Excellent; magnificent; brilliant.

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How it's used

This character is almost exclusively encountered in the four character idiom 奐然一新. It is a literary term used to describe something that has been transformed into a new, impressive, or excellent state, often following a renovation or a major change. You will rarely see it used as a standalone adjective in modern spoken Cantonese.

Examples

ni1 go3 cit3 gai3 zan1 hai6 wun6 jin4 jat1 san1 aa4

呢個設計真係奐然一新呀。

This design is truly refreshing and brand new.

keoi5 gaan1 uk1 zong1 sau1 dak1 wun6 jin4 jat1 san1

佢間屋裝修得奐然一新。

His house has been renovated to look brand new.

Common phrases

wun6 jin4 jat1 san1

奐然一新

brand new and impressive

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 煥, which is the character used in the common idiom 煥然一新. While they are often used interchangeably in writing due to their similar appearance and meaning, 煥 is the standard character for describing something bright or shining, whereas 奐 originally refers to being numerous or excellent.