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Jyutpingdaa2 ceoi3
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Definition
To make fun of, tease, or joke around.
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How it's used
While it shares the meaning of teasing, this term carries a slightly more literary or formal nuance compared to the everyday 講笑 or 玩. It often implies a playful or lighthearted intent rather than malicious mockery. You will encounter it more frequently in written descriptions of social interactions than in casual, rapid-fire street slang.
Examples
He is always making fun of my hairstyle.
Don't tease people, it's very impolite.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a bit of a tease
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a synonym of 嘲笑, which implies mean-spirited mockery or ridicule. Using it to describe someone being cruel will sound confusing or overly soft.
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
