dou3 deng3 tau4倒掟頭倒掟头
Jyutpingdou3 deng3 tau4
Yaledou deng tàuh
Definition
Upside down; head over heels; inverted.
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How it's used
Describes an orientation where the top and bottom are reversed. It is frequently used to describe objects placed or held incorrectly, often implying a sense of carelessness or confusion.
Examples
Why did you put the cup upside down?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 倒轉, which is the more common and neutral way to say upside down or reversed. 倒掟頭 carries a slightly more vivid, descriptive feel of something being flipped over or placed in a chaotic manner.
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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.
