zing1 pei4 lik6 zeon6精疲力盡精疲力尽
Jyutpingzing1 pei4 lik6 zeon6
Yalejīng pèih lihk jeuhn
Definition
Exhausted; worn out; having drained all of one's energy and strength.
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How it's used
While this is a four character idiom, it is frequently used in spoken Cantonese to describe extreme physical or mental fatigue. It carries a slightly more formal or emphatic weight than simply saying 攰, making it perfect for expressing that you have truly reached your limit.
Examples
After finishing this job, I am truly exhausted.
Are you exhausted? Take a rest first.
Related words
Common phrases
to feel exhausted
to be made exhausted
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 攰, which is the standard, everyday way to say tired. Using 精疲力盡 in casual conversation is acceptable, but it sounds more dramatic than just saying 好攰.
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