bat1 dou2 jung1不倒翁
Jyutpingbat1 dou2 jung1
Yalebāt dóu yūng
Definition
A tumbler toy with a heavy rounded base that always rights itself when pushed.
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How it's used
Beyond the literal toy, this term is frequently used as a metaphor for someone who is resilient or impossible to defeat. It describes a person who bounces back quickly from setbacks or failures, maintaining their composure or position regardless of the pressure applied.
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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.
