do1 lo4 lo4多籮籮多箩箩
Jyutpingdo1 lo4 lo4
Yaledō lòh lòh
Definition
Numerous, many, or countless.
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How it's used
This reduplicative adjective emphasizes an abundance that feels overwhelming or excessive. It is often used to describe things that are annoying or burdensome, such as problems, excuses, or chores. Unlike the neutral word 多, this term carries a slightly informal and expressive tone that highlights the sheer volume of the items mentioned.
Examples
He always has a ton of excuses.
Why are you worried? There are plenty of ways to solve it.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe positive things that you want to highlight as a benefit, as it often carries a connotation of being cluttered or excessive. It is better suited for situations where the quantity is so high that it becomes a nuisance.
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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.
