bai6 laak3弊嘞
Jyutpingbai6 laak3
Yalebaih laak
Definition
Oh no; damn it; an exclamation used when realizing something has gone wrong.
colloquialemotiondaily actions
How it's used
Expresses sudden realization of a problematic situation or a minor disaster. It functions as an interjection and is frequently followed by a description of the trouble encountered. The tone is informal and conveys a sense of urgency or mild panic.
Examples
Oh shit, I forgot to bring my wallet out.
Damn it, I really can't handle this one this time.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this in formal settings or professional environments, as it is strictly colloquial and can sound unprofessional. It is not a swear word, but it is definitely not polite speech.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
