daai6 je5大嘢
Jyutpingdaai6 je5
Yaledaaih yéh
Definition
Big shot or boss; a major event or large object.
- slangboss; big shot; influential person
- a major, serious event or matter
- a large object
colloquialpeopleother
How it's used
Refers to a significant event, a major problem, or a person of high status depending on the context. It often carries a sense of urgency or gravity, signaling that a situation has escalated beyond the routine. When used to describe a person, it implies someone with considerable power or influence, similar to calling someone a big shot.
Examples
This is a really big deal, can you handle it?
The boss is getting involved personally, looks like something big is happening.
Related words
Common phrases
to cause a big scene or stir
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of a large object. It is almost exclusively used to describe abstract situations, crises, or important figures.
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