faai3 sau2 faai3 goek3快手快腳快手快脚
Jyutpingfaai3 sau2 faai3 goek3
Yalefaai sáu faai geuk
Definition
Quick and efficient; doing things with speed and agility.
colloquialdaily actionswork
How it's used
This idiom emphasizes physical agility and the speed of completing a task, often implying a sense of urgency or a busy environment. It is frequently used in workplace settings or when someone is performing household chores. Unlike simple adjectives for fast, this expression highlights the coordination between hands and feet, suggesting a person who is nimble and does not waste time.
Examples
Work a bit faster, we will be off work very soon.
He is usually very efficient at work and rarely arrives late.
Related words
Common phrases
finish quickly and efficiently
pack things up quickly
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 快閃, which refers to a quick departure or a flash mob. While both involve speed, 快手快腳 describes the efficiency of an action in progress, whereas 快閃 focuses on the act of leaving quickly.
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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.
