daam2 cou1膽粗胆粗

Jyutpingdaam2 cou1

Yaledáam chōu

Definition

Bold, brave, or daring.

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How it's used

Literally meaning thick-gall, this term is used to describe someone who is daring or audacious in their actions. It often carries a slightly playful or informal tone, suggesting that the person is willing to take risks that others might avoid. It is frequently used when someone does something unexpected or slightly cheeky.

Examples

nei5你gam3咁daam2膽cou1粗，gau3夠m4唔gau3夠daam2膽tung4同keoi5佢biu2表baak6白aa4呀？

You are so bold, do you dare to confess to them?

keoi5佢ping4平si4時hou2好daam2膽cou1粗，mat1乜je5嘢dou1都gam2敢si5試。

They are usually very bold and dare to try anything.

Common phrases

daam2膽cou1粗cou1粗

boldly; daringly

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 膽大, which is more formal and standard. 膽粗 is strictly colloquial and sounds more natural in casual conversation when describing someone's adventurous or cheeky personality.