zoeng1 joeng5將養将养
Jyutpingzoeng1 joeng5
Yalejēung yéuhng
Definition
To rest, recuperate, or nurse oneself back to health.
colloquialhealth
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the period of recovery after an illness or injury, emphasizing the need for rest and proper care to regain strength. It carries a slightly formal or literary nuance compared to everyday terms like 休息, often implying a deliberate and extended period of taking it easy. It is most commonly used when referring to someone who has been quite ill and needs to build their health back up slowly.
Examples
Your body is so weak, why don't you rest and recuperate more?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for short, temporary breaks like a lunch hour or a quick nap, as it implies a longer, more serious process of healing.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
