dou2 san4賭神赌神
Jyutpingdou2 san4
Yaledóu sàhn
Definition
God of Gamblers; a 1990s Hong Kong film series and its protagonist, a gambler with extraordinary skills.
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How it's used
Beyond the movie title, this term is frequently used to describe anyone who displays uncanny luck or skill in games of chance. It carries a nostalgic weight, often evoking the iconic slicked back hair and chocolate eating habits of the character played by Chow Yun Fat. It is common to use it as a playful nickname for friends who happen to win a few rounds of cards in a row.
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His hairstyle looks just like the God of Gamblers.
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slicked back hairstyle
Common mistake
Do not use this to refer to a professional gambler in a serious or legal context, as it is strictly a pop culture reference. Using it to describe a real life person usually implies they are lucky or skilled in a lighthearted, hyperbolic way.
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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.
