caau2 daai6 wok6炒大鑊炒大镬
Jyutpingcaau2 daai6 wok6
Yalecháau daaih wohk
Definition
To have a major argument, fierce quarrel, or big confrontation.
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How it's used
Originating from the imagery of a large wok, this term implies a chaotic or explosive public disagreement. It carries a sense of severity that goes beyond a simple argument, often suggesting a scene that draws attention from others. It is frequently used to describe workplace conflicts or dramatic falling-outs between friends.
Examples
The two of them had a huge argument in the office.
Are you two trying to have a big fight right here?
Related words
Common phrases
to have a big fight with someone
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe minor disagreements or private debates, as it specifically implies a loud, messy, or public confrontation. It is not a literal cooking term and should never be used when discussing actual food preparation.
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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.
