daap6 maa5叠馬叠马
Jyutpingdaap6 maa5
Yaledaahp máh
Definition
Loansharks or junket operators who work in casinos.
colloquialmoneypeople
How it's used
Originating from gambling terminology, this term refers specifically to individuals who act as intermediaries or enforcers for loansharks within casino environments. It carries a strong negative connotation associated with organized crime and predatory lending practices. You will rarely hear this used outside of discussions involving gambling debts or underworld activities.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general terms for money lenders like 大耳窿, as 叠馬 specifically implies a presence and role within a casino setting.
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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.
