daa2 din6 bou3打電報打电报
Jyutpingdaa2 din6 bou3
Yaledá dihn bou
Definition
To give someone a hint using secret codes, signals, or non-obvious cues.
colloquialcommunicationdaily actions
How it's used
Originally referring to sending telegrams, this term has evolved into a common metaphor for non verbal communication. It is specifically used when someone tries to convey information discreetly to a third party without others noticing. The action often involves subtle gestures like eye contact or hand signals.
Examples
He gave me a signal from under the stage, telling me not to keep talking.
Why do you keep giving me secret hints?
Related words
Common phrases
to give someone a secret hint
Common mistake
Do not use this to mean sending an actual electronic message or text. It is strictly for secret, coded, or non verbal hints between people.
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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.
