zing1 coi2精彩
Jyutpingzing1 coi2
Yalejīng chói
Definition
Brilliant, wonderful, or splendid.
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How it's used
Often used to describe performances, sports matches, or stories that keep the audience engaged. It carries a sense of excitement and high quality that goes beyond just being good or acceptable. When praising a person's specific skill or work, native speakers might prefer using 出色 instead.
Examples
That football match just now was really brilliant.
Do you think the performance this time is wonderful?
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe people directly, as it is primarily for events, performances, or abstract concepts. Calling a person 精彩 might sound unnatural or confusing to a native speaker.
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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.
