baau2 tou5 sik6飽肚食饱肚食
Jyutpingbaau2 tou5 sik6
Yalebáau tóuh sihk
Definition
To eat for the purpose of getting full, rather than just enjoying the taste or having a snack.
colloquialfooddaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the functional aspect of eating to satisfy hunger rather than the act of dining for pleasure. It is often used when discussing the need for a quick meal to keep going through the day. The term implies a practical approach to food where the goal is simply to stop feeling hungry.
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Common mistake
This is not a standard verb for general dining and can sound slightly awkward if used in a formal or social context like a restaurant. It is better to use 食飯 when referring to a proper meal.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
