cong2 wo6闖禍闯祸
Jyutpingcong2 wo6
Yalechóng woh
Definition
To get into trouble, cause an accident, or provoke disaster through reckless behavior.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the act of causing a problem or disaster through reckless or careless behavior. It implies a sense of responsibility for the negative outcome, often suggesting that the person involved was not careful enough to prevent the situation. It is frequently used when someone creates a mess that others then have to deal with.
Examples
You've gotten into trouble again, how are you going to explain this to the boss?
Related words
Common phrases
to cause a major disaster
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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.
