dat6 zaap6突襲突袭
Jyutpingdat6 zaap6
Yaledaht jaahp
Definition
To launch a sudden attack; to raid.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Often used in contexts beyond military action, such as workplace surprise checks or sudden changes in plans. It carries a sense of being caught off guard or unprepared for an action that happens without warning.
Examples
They raided our camp in the middle of the night.
Are you planning a surprise inspection?
Related words
Common phrases
surprise inspection
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
