zoi1 cing4災情灾情
Jyutpingzoi1 cing4
Yalejōi chìhng
Definition
The condition of a disaster, including its damage and losses.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the extent or severity of damage after an event like a flood, fire, or earthquake. It is commonly used in news reports or when discussing the aftermath of a crisis to describe how bad things have become.
Examples
The damage from this flood is very severe.
Do you know what the situation is like over there regarding the disaster?
Related words
Common phrases
the disaster situation is severe
to understand the extent of the disaster
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