coeng2 sau2 fo3搶手貨抢手货
Jyutpingcoeng2 sau2 fo3
Yalechéung sáu fo
Definition
A highly sought-after, popular, or marketable product or talent.
colloquialshoppingwork
How it's used
Focuses on the high demand and competitive nature of acquiring something or someone. It implies that the item or person is limited in supply or highly valued, making it difficult to secure. While often used for physical goods, it is frequently applied to people with specialized skills or desirable traits in a professional or social context.
Measure word
gin2件gínExamples
This limited edition pair of sneakers is really a hot commodity.
With such great qualities, he must be a hot catch in the dating market.
Related words
Common phrases
all become hot commodities
become a hot commodity
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being popular or famous. It specifically carries the nuance of being a commodity that people are actively trying to snatch up or hire, rather than just being well-liked.
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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.
