dak1 gaa2 laak3得㗎嘞

Jyutpingdak1 gaa2 laak3

Yaledāk gá laak

Definition

That will do, that's enough, or everything is under control.

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How it's used

This phrase is a combination of 得, the particle 㗎, and 嘞, which together convey a sense of finality and reassurance. It is frequently used to dismiss someone's anxiety or to signal that a task has been successfully handled. The tone is casual and often implies that the speaker is taking responsibility for the outcome.

Examples

le1呢gin2件si6事gaau1交bei2畀ngo5我，dak1得㗎gaa2嘞。

Leave this matter to me, it's all under control.

nei5你maai5買ni1呢go3個fun2款sik1式zau6就dak1得㗎gaa2嘞，laak3唔m4使sai2再zoi3揀。

Buying this style is good enough, no need to keep picking.

Common phrases

fong3放sam1心，dak1得㗎gaa2嘞

Don't worry, it's all under control

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 得喇, which is simpler and more direct. Using 得㗎嘞 adds a stronger layer of comfort or persuasion, making it sound more like you are actively trying to soothe the other person.