faai3 faai3快快
Jyutpingfaai3 faai3
Yalefaai faai
Definition
Hurry up; quickly; without delay.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Doubling the character 快 adds a sense of urgency and directness that is common in commands or requests. It is often used to urge someone to complete a task efficiently rather than just moving quickly. You will frequently hear it combined with 手 to form 快快手, which specifically emphasizes speed in manual tasks or chores.
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Common phrases
to do something quickly
Common mistake
Avoid using 快快 in formal writing or professional emails, as it sounds overly casual and bossy. It is strictly for spoken interactions between friends, family, or colleagues who are close.
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Grammar guides
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