ci1 gan1黐筋
Jyutpingci1 gan1
Yalechī gān
Definition
Insane, crazy, or illogical.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of exasperation or disbelief toward someone's irrational behavior. It functions similarly to calling someone crazy or nuts but feels more dismissive and informal. Use it carefully, as it can easily escalate a disagreement into a genuine argument.
Examples
Why are you acting crazy?
What he says is really insane.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this in professional or formal settings, as it is highly colloquial and can be perceived as an insult. It is strictly reserved for casual interactions with friends or people you are very comfortable with.
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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.
