dim2 soeng3點相点相
Jyutpingdim2 soeng3
Yaledím seung
Definition
To recognize someone's face, usually to target them for revenge, punishment, or investigation.
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How it's used
Originating from the context of triad activities or street fights, this term describes the act of identifying a specific target for others to attack or harass. It carries a strong sense of betrayal or malicious intent, as it implies someone is being singled out to face negative consequences. It is rarely used in a positive or neutral context.
Examples
Why are you pointing me out?
He was pointed out by someone and got into a lot of trouble.
Common phrases
to be pointed out by someone
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply pointing at someone with a finger, which is 點指. 點相 is specifically about identifying someone for a targeted, usually hostile, purpose.
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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.
