bo1 lo4 daan2菠蘿彈菠萝弹
Jyutpingbo1 lo4 daan2
Yalebō lòh dáan
Definition
A pineapple-style hand grenade, or generically any hand grenade.
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How it's used
This term originates from the visual resemblance between the segmented casing of the classic Mills bomb and the exterior of a pineapple. It is a vivid, slightly informal way to refer to a hand grenade, often used in action movies or when describing historical weaponry. While it is widely understood, it is not a technical military term and carries a slightly dramatic or colloquial flair.
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It looks like he has a hand grenade hidden in his bag.
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Common mistake
Do not use this term in a serious or formal context, such as a news report or a police statement, as it sounds too casual and descriptive rather than precise.
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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.
