coi1 gwo3 nei5 baa2 seoi1 hau2啋過你把衰口啋过你把衰口
Jyutpingcoi1 gwo3 nei5 baa2 seoi1 hau2
Yalechōi gwo néih bá sēui háu
Definition
An interjection used to ward off bad luck or react against an unlucky or ill-omened remark spoken by someone else.
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How it's used
This expression functions as a verbal ward against bad luck or jinxing. It is used when someone says something negative, such as predicting failure or illness, to prevent those words from manifesting in reality. It carries a strong, superstitious undertone common in Cantonese culture regarding the power of speech.
Examples
Shut your bad mouth, don't talk nonsense.
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Common mistake
Do not use this in formal or professional settings, as it is highly confrontational and dismissive. It is strictly for close friends or family members who are comfortable with blunt, superstitious banter.
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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.
