do1 zeoi2多咀
Jyutpingdo1 zeoi2
Yaledō jéui
Definition
To speak out of turn, talk out of place, or shoot one's mouth off.
colloquialpeoplecommunication
How it's used
Carries a strong sense of annoyance or disapproval, implying that the person is being meddlesome or intrusive. It is frequently used to tell someone to stop interfering in a conversation where their input is neither requested nor appropriate. Unlike simply talking too much, it specifically targets the act of saying things that should have been kept private or left to others.
Examples
They are talking, don't speak out of turn.
He is always shooting his mouth off, making everyone feel awkward.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 咀, which refers to the mouth or lips. While the character is the same, the compound 多咀 is strictly a verb phrase describing behavior rather than a physical description of someone's mouth.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
