baan6 saai3 je5扮曬嘢扮晒嘢
Jyutpingbaan6 saai3 je5
Yalebaahn saai yéh
Definition
To show off, pretend, or act like a big shot.
- slangto show off; to act like a big shot; to be boastful
- slangTo pretend; to put on an act
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This phrase carries a strong sense of annoyance towards someone who is putting on a fake persona or exaggerating their own importance. The 曬 here acts as an intensifier, suggesting that the person is doing this 'all over' or to the maximum extent possible. It is frequently used to call out people who are being pretentious or insincere in social situations.
Examples
He is always acting all high and mighty, as if he is so smart.
Stop acting like a know-it-all, you actually don't know anything at all.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being confident or capable. It specifically implies that the person is faking their status or knowledge, and the speaker is expressing disapproval of this behavior.
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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.
