zung3 sang1 soeng3眾生相众生相
Jyutpingzung3 sang1 soeng3
Yalejung sāng seung
Definition
The diverse appearances, expressions, and behaviors of the masses of people.
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How it's used
Often used in a slightly cynical or observant tone to describe the chaotic, varied, or sometimes absurd behaviors of people in public spaces. It implies a sense of detachment, as if the speaker is a spectator watching a performance of human nature. It is frequently applied to crowded environments like public transport or busy shopping districts.
Examples
dei6 tit3 jap6 min6 gin3 dou2 hou2 do1 zung3 sang1 soeng3 aa4
地鐵入面見到好多眾生相呀。
I see so many different types of people on the MTR.
Related words
Common phrases
gun1 caat3 zung3 sang1 soeng3
觀察眾生相
observe the diverse behavior of the masses
zeon6 hin2 zung3 sang1 soeng3
盡顯眾生相
fully reveal the various faces of humanity
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- 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.
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