daai6 man6 tai4大問題大问题
Jyutpingdaai6 man6 tai4
Yaledaaih mahn tàih
Definition
A major problem or issue.
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How it's used
Native speakers often use this to signal that something is serious enough to require immediate attention or a change in plans. It carries a sense of urgency or gravity that simple words like 麻煩 do not possess. When something is not a big deal, you would contrast this by saying 唔係大問題.
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Do you think this is a major problem?
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Common phrases
not a big problem
solve a major problem
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use 大問題 to describe a person who is troublesome, but it is strictly for situations or issues. If you want to describe a difficult person, use 麻煩友 instead.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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