daai6 aai3大嗌
Jyutpingdaai6 aai3
Yaledaaih aai
Definition
To shout, yell, or cry out loudly.
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How it's used
Focuses on the intensity and volume of the vocalization rather than just the act of speaking. It often carries a connotation of being disruptive, emotional, or urgent, distinguishing it from simply speaking loudly. Use it when someone is losing their temper or trying to get attention in a noisy environment.
Examples
He was shouting in the street and scared people.
Why are you yelling? If there is an issue, just talk calmly.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply speaking in a loud voice, as that is better expressed as 大聲講嘢. Using 大嗌 for normal conversation sounds aggressive or implies the person is having a breakdown.
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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.
