daa2 daai6 faan1打大翻
Jyutpingdaa2 daai6 faan1
Yaledá daaih fāan
Definition
To do gymnastics flips or somersaults.
colloquialsportsdaily actions
How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of flipping one's body in the air, usually involving a full rotation. It is distinct from general tumbling or rolling on the ground. The term is often used to describe the acrobatic skills of children or athletes.
Examples
He loved doing somersaults in the park when he was small.
Common phrases
do consecutive somersaults
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general exercise or simple rolling, as it specifically implies an aerial flip. It is not used for metaphorical meanings like changing one's mind or flipping a situation.
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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.
