duk6 gu1 jat1 mei2獨沽一味独沽一味
Jyutpingduk6 gu1 jat1 mei2
Yaleduhk gū yāt méi
Definition
To have a strong preference or liking for only one thing, with no interest in others.
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How it's used
Originating from the restaurant industry, this idiom describes someone who fixates on a single choice or strategy. It is frequently used to tease friends who are creatures of habit, whether regarding food, hobbies, or even romantic partners. The phrase implies a lack of variety that might be seen as stubborn or unimaginative.
Examples
Every time he goes to that restaurant, he only ever orders fried rice.
Related words
Common phrases
to only ever eat one thing
to only ever buy one type of item
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply 'loyal' or 'dedicated' in a positive sense, as the term carries a slight connotation of being narrow-minded or boringly predictable.
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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.
