cau1 gan1抽筋
Jyutpingcau1 gan1
Yalechāu gān
Definition
To have a muscle cramp, or to have a seizure or convulsion.
- to have a muscle cramp
- to have a fit; to have a seizure or convulsion
colloquialhealthbody
How it's used
Beyond the literal meaning of a muscle cramp, this term is frequently used metaphorically to describe someone acting erratically, making strange facial expressions, or behaving in a way that seems nonsensical or out of control. It is a common way to tease friends who are being overly dramatic or twitchy.
Examples
My leg suddenly cramped up while I was swimming.
Did you get a cramp from swimming?
Related words
Common phrases
leg cramp
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 抽水, which is a slang term meaning to take advantage of someone or to make inappropriate sexual advances.
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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.
