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Yalejihk
Definition
Sundown or sunset; the period of time when the sun sets and the moon rises.
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How it's used
Functions primarily as a literary morpheme rather than a standalone word in spoken Cantonese. It is almost exclusively encountered in compound words like 夕陽, which refers to the setting sun or the final stage of something. When referring to the time of day, speakers prefer using 挨晚 or 黃昏 instead.
Examples
The sunset is beautiful, let's go to the seaside to take photos.
Do you know what time the sun sets?
Related words
Common phrases
setting sun
Common mistake
Do not use this as a standalone noun in casual conversation, as it sounds overly poetic or archaic. Use 黃昏 to describe the time of day.
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Grammar guides
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