daa2 daai6 gaau1打大交
Jyutpingdaa2 daai6 gaau1
Yaledá daaih gāau
Definition
To engage in a serious, vigorous, or violent physical fight.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Adding the intensifier 大 turns a standard physical altercation into a chaotic, full-scale brawl. It implies a high level of intensity, often involving multiple people or significant physical damage. Use this phrase when describing a fight that is loud, messy, or draws a crowd.
Examples
The two of them are having a huge fight in the street.
Why did you get into such a big fight with someone?
Related words
Common phrases
to end up in a big fight
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a simple argument or a verbal disagreement, as it specifically refers to physical violence. It is also not used for professional sports like boxing or martial arts matches.
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