bai6 gaa1 fo2弊家伙
Jyutpingbai6 gaa1 fo2
Yalebaih gā fó
Definition
Oh no!; an exclamation used when something goes wrong or a mistake is made.
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How it's used
Often used as an interjection to express sudden realization of a mistake or an impending problem. It carries a slightly dramatic or humorous tone, making it perfect for minor mishaps rather than serious tragedies. It functions as a standalone exclamation or as the start of a sentence describing a predicament.
Examples
Oh no, I forgot to bring my keys when I went out.
Oh no, this time it has really turned into a complete mess.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in formal or professional settings, as it is strictly colloquial and can sound overly casual or childish. It is not an adjective to describe a bad situation, but rather a reaction to one.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
