ceot1 lai4 pou4出嚟蒲
Jyutpingceot1 lai4 pou4
Yalechēut làih pòuh
Definition
To go out, hang out, or go clubbing to enjoy the nightlife.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of going out to bars, clubs, or late night entertainment venues. It carries a slightly rebellious or hedonistic connotation, implying a lifestyle centered around nightlife rather than just a casual dinner. It is almost exclusively used for social activities that happen after dark.
Examples
Shall we go out clubbing together tonight?
He loves going out for nightlife and often doesn't come home.
Common phrases
always going out clubbing
ask someone to go clubbing
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the standard verb for coming out, which is simply 出嚟. Using 蒲 implies a specific social context of nightlife, so it sounds strange if you use it to describe someone just stepping out of a room or a building.
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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.
