do2 laan5躲懶躲懒
Jyutpingdo2 laan5
Yaledó láahn
Definition
To shirk work, slack off, or be lazy during work hours.
colloquialworkdaily actions
How it's used
Carries a slightly more informal and descriptive tone than the standard 偷懶. It specifically highlights the act of finding ways to avoid tasks or responsibilities while physically present at a workplace. It is often used when someone is caught idling or doing something unrelated to their duties instead of working.
Examples
Don't keep shirking your work while you're on the job.
He's shirking his work again, it's so infuriating.
Related words
Common phrases
always shirking work
shirking work while at the office
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being a lazy person in general, as it specifically refers to the act of avoiding work during a specific period of time.
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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.
