ding6 gwo3 toi4 jau4定過抬油定过抬油
Jyutpingding6 gwo3 toi4 jau4
Yaledihng gwo tòih yàuh
Definition
To be extremely calm, composed, and confident.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong sense of being unruffled or unflappable in the face of a crisis. It implies a level of self-assurance that borders on being nonchalant, suggesting that the person is so prepared or confident that they have no reason to panic.
Examples
He is as cool as a cucumber even when facing such pressure.
Why are you scared? Just stay calm and collected.
Related words
Common phrases
completely calm and composed
Common mistake
Learners often mistake the literal meaning, as the phrase refers to the stability of oil being carried, not the oil itself. Do not use this to describe someone who is simply quiet or shy, as it specifically describes a state of composure under pressure.
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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.
