do1 zeoi2多嘴
Jyutpingdo1 zeoi2
Yaledō jéui
Definition
To speak when one should not; to meddle with words or be talkative.
colloquialpeopledescriptions
How it's used
Carries a strong negative connotation of being meddlesome or indiscreet, rather than just being a chatty person. It specifically targets someone who speaks out of turn or reveals information that should have been kept private. Use it to describe someone who lacks social awareness or boundaries in conversation.
Examples
Why are you being so talkative?
He is always running his mouth, making everyone feel awkward.
Related words
Common phrases
gossipy and meddlesome
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply cheerful or good at socializing, as it implies a lack of tact or an annoying habit of interfering in others' business.
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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.
