baang6蹦
Jyutpingbaang6
Yalebaahng
Definition
To hop or jump with both feet.
colloquialdaily actionsanimals
How it's used
蹦 is rarely used as a standalone verb in natural Cantonese, appearing almost exclusively in the reduplicated form 蹦蹦跳. It conveys a sense of lively, energetic, or rhythmic movement, often associated with children or small animals. Using it to describe a serious or heavy jump would sound unnatural.
Examples
The bunny is hopping around on the grass.
Why are you jumping around so happily?
Related words
Common phrases
to hop or skip around
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 跳, which is the standard, neutral verb for jumping. Using 蹦 in a formal or professional context will sound childish or overly descriptive.
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