dong1 daa2當打当打
Jyutpingdong1 daa2
Yaledōng dá
Definition
At the peak of one's career; in top form, fit, or formidable.
colloquialsportspeople
How it's used
Primarily used in sports and horse racing contexts to describe an athlete or animal at the absolute peak of their physical ability. It implies a combination of experience and peak physical fitness, suggesting the subject is currently the most formidable version of themselves. While it can apply to people in other professions, it sounds slightly metaphorical or jargon-heavy outside of competitive arenas.
Examples
He is in his prime right now and is a real threat on the football pitch.
Common phrases
the prime of one's career
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being strong or healthy. It specifically refers to a temporary, albeit potentially long, window of peak performance, rather than a permanent state of being.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
