aau2 sau2 gwaa1拗手瓜

Jyutpingaau2 sau2 gwaa1

Yaleáau sáu gwā

動詞

Definition

To arm-wrestle; to compete or challenge.

to arm-wrestle
figurativeto compete, challenge, or lock horns with

colloquialdaily actionssports

How it's used

Beyond the physical game, this term is frequently used metaphorically to describe a power struggle or a test of strength between two parties, such as companies or political rivals. It implies a direct, head-to-head confrontation where neither side is willing to back down easily. The imagery of the locked arms captures the tension of a stalemate perfectly.

Examples

nei5你gam2敢m4唔gam2敢tung4同ngo5我aau2拗sau2手gwaa1瓜aa4呀？

Do you dare to arm-wrestle with me?

keoi5佢dei6哋loeng5兩go3個hai2喺dou6度aau2拗gan2緊sau2手gwaa1瓜。

The two of them are arm-wrestling right now.

Common phrases

aau2拗sau2手gwaa1瓜bei2比coi3賽

arm-wrestling competition

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 拗撬, which refers to a verbal argument or disagreement. While both involve conflict, 拗手瓜 is specifically about a trial of strength or a competitive standoff, whereas 拗撬 is strictly about bickering or friction in communication.