cung1 hau2 ji4 ceot1衝口而出冲口而出
Jyutpingcung1 hau2 ji4 ceot1
Yalechūng háu yìh chēut
Definition
To blurt out; to speak impulsively and say something inappropriate without thinking first.
colloquialcommunicationdaily actions
How it's used
This phrase captures the specific feeling of words escaping one's mouth before the brain has a chance to filter them. It is often used to excuse a slip of the tongue or to describe a moment of impulsive honesty that might cause offense. Unlike simply being talkative, it emphasizes the lack of control in a high-pressure or emotional moment.
Examples
He blurted out the wrong thing and made it very awkward.
Why did you blurt out that they were stupid?
Related words
Common phrases
to blurt out something wrong
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply talking fast, which is better described as 口快. This phrase specifically implies that the content of the speech was unintended or inappropriate due to a lack of restraint.
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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.
