zoek3 joek6雀躍雀跃
Jyutpingzoek3 joek6
Yalejeuk yeuhk
Definition
Excited and jumping for joy, like a bird.
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How it's used
Describes a state of being so happy that one feels like jumping around, similar to a bird fluttering its wings. It is a formal or literary term that is rarely used in casual, everyday speech. When people want to express this feeling in daily life, they usually prefer using phrases like 好開心 or 興奮.
Examples
Everyone was overjoyed upon hearing this good news.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual conversation with friends, as it sounds overly dramatic or like something from a written essay. It is best reserved for formal writing or speeches.
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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.
