daa2 jat1 san1打一身
Jyutpingdaa2 jat1 san1
Yaledá yāt sān
Definition
To give someone a thorough thrashing; to beat someone up.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
This expression is a vivid way to describe a physical confrontation that is intended to punish or intimidate. It carries a sense of severity and finality, often used as a threat in heated arguments. Unlike more formal terms for fighting, this phrase focuses on the act of delivering a comprehensive beating rather than a simple scuffle.
Examples
If he doesn't listen again, I will give him a good thrashing.
Related words
Common phrases
to get beaten up by someone
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin usage of 打一身, which can sometimes refer to receiving a vaccination or injection in certain contexts. In Cantonese, it is almost exclusively reserved for physical violence.
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