ding2 m4 pou4頂唔蒲顶唔蒲
Jyutpingding2 m4 pou4
Yaledíng m̀h pòuh
Definition
To be unable to bear, tolerate, or stand something.
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How it's used
This expression serves as a more colorful, slang-heavy alternative to 頂唔順. It carries a slightly more dramatic or weary tone, often implying that one has reached the absolute limit of their physical or mental endurance. While it is perfectly understandable to native speakers, it is significantly less common than the standard 頂唔順 and may sound slightly more informal or regional depending on the speaker's background.
Examples
This job is too tough, I really can't take it anymore.
Can you still not handle it? Why don't you take a break?
Related words
Common phrases
really cannot take it anymore
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 頂唔住, which is also a common synonym. While all three mean the same thing, 頂唔蒲 is the most colloquial and least frequently heard of the group, so it is best reserved for casual conversation with friends rather than formal settings.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
