bei2 gou1比高
Jyutpingbei2 gou1
Yalebéi gōu
Definition
Bagel, or to compare who is taller.
- bagel
- to compare who is taller
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How it's used
The noun usage for the bread item is a direct loanword from English and is primarily used in cafes or bakeries. When used as a verb, it functions as a separable verb where you can insert aspect markers like 咗 or 緊 between 比 and 高.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
I want to go to that shop to buy a bagel.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse the verb usage with the Cantonese idiom 比高低, which means to compete or see who is better, rather than just measuring physical height.
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