can3 jit6 naau6趁熱鬧趁热闹
Jyutpingcan3 jit6 naau6
Yalechan yiht naauh
Definition
To join in the fun; to get in on the action.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Often carries a slightly dismissive or ironic tone, implying that the person is joining a crowd without necessarily knowing or caring about the underlying reason. It is frequently used to describe someone who follows the crowd simply because it looks busy or exciting. You will often hear it used with the particle 下 to soften the action, as in 趁下熱鬧.
Examples
Seeing so many people queuing, I also want to join in the fun.
Why did you suddenly go and join in the fun?
Related words
Common phrases
join in the fun for a bit
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe participating in a serious event or a planned activity, as it specifically implies a spontaneous or superficial interest in a crowd or spectacle.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
