daai6 nap1大粒
Jyutpingdaai6 nap1
Yaledaaih nāp
Definition
Big, large, or high-ranking.
- slanghaving a high rank or being in an important position
- big or large in size or volume
colloquialpeoplework
How it's used
Refers specifically to people with significant power, influence, or high status within an organization or social circle. It carries a slightly informal or cynical tone, often used when discussing someone's authority in a way that highlights their untouchable status. It is rarely used to describe physical size in modern speech, as that usage has become largely archaic.
Examples
I heard that some very important people will attend the meeting this time.
He is such a big shot in this company, who would dare to offend him?
Related words
Common phrases
very important person
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical size, as it will sound unnatural or confusing to native speakers. It is strictly reserved for social or professional hierarchy.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
