do1 sau2 do1 goek3多手多腳多手多脚
Jyutpingdo1 sau2 do1 goek3
Yaledō sáu dō geuk
Definition
Meddlesome or grabby; prone to touching or picking up others' belongings without permission.
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How it's used
This expression carries a strong sense of annoyance and is used to scold someone for being intrusive or meddlesome. It specifically targets the physical act of touching or rearranging items that do not belong to the speaker or the person being addressed. While it can describe a child's curiosity, it is most frequently used as a reprimand for adults who lack boundaries.
Examples
Why are you being so handsy? Put that person's bag down.
He is always touching things he shouldn't, making everything messy.
Related words
Common phrases
really being so handsy
don't be so handsy
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with physical clumsiness or being physically active in a sports context. It is strictly about social etiquette and the inappropriate handling of other people's property.
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Grammar guides
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