ziu1 joeng4朝陽朝阳
Jyutpingziu1 joeng4
Yalejīu yèuhng
Definition
The morning sun.
neutralnaturetime
How it's used
Refers specifically to the sun as it rises or the light during the early morning hours. It carries a slightly literary or poetic tone compared to everyday terms like 早晨嘅太陽. It is often used in names or to describe a hopeful, bright atmosphere.
Examples
The morning sun today is very beautiful.
Related words
Common phrases
the morning sun just rising
a face glowing like the morning sun
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Grammar guides
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