faan2 teng5反艇
Jyutpingfaan2 teng5
Yalefán téngh
Definition
To capsize [written and colloquial]; to die [colloquial]
colloquialtransport
How it's used
Primarily used for small vessels like rowboats or dragon boats, this term vividly describes the act of capsizing. It functions as a separable verb where the object 艇 acts as part of the verb phrase, allowing for aspect markers like 咗 to be inserted between 反 and 艇.
Examples
daai6 fung1 daai6 long6 zek3 syun4 hou2 jik6 faan2 teng5 gaa4
大風大浪，隻船好易反艇㗎。
With strong winds and high waves, the boat easily capsizes.
Related words
Common phrases
faan6 zo2 teng5
反咗艇
has capsized
jung4 ji6 faan2 teng5
容易反艇
easy to capsize
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a car flipping over, as that would be 翻車. It is specifically reserved for watercraft.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
