zin3 gu2戰鼓战鼓
Jyutpingzin3 gu2
Yalejin gú
Definition
War drum.
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How it's used
Often used metaphorically in modern contexts to describe the build up to a major conflict or a heated competition. It carries a dramatic and intense tone, frequently appearing in news headlines or dramatic storytelling to signal that a battle is imminent.
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A series of war drum sounds came from afar.
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Grammar guides
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