bat1 gin3 tin1 jat6不見天日不见天日
Jyutpingbat1 gin3 tin1 jat6
Yalebāt gin tīn yaht
Definition
Pitch-dark, or completely blocked from light; to never see the sun or sky.
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How it's used
Often used to describe a lifestyle or work environment that is physically or metaphorically dark and isolated. It carries a strong sense of misery or being trapped, rather than just being indoors. You will frequently hear it used to complain about office jobs with no windows or excessive overtime.
Examples
He hides in his room all day, never seeing the light of day.
Related words
Common phrases
to work until one never sees the sun
living a life of total darkness
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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.
