fan3 lai2 geng2瞓厲頸瞓厉颈
Jyutpingfan3 lai2 geng2
Yalefan lái géng
Definition
To wake up with a stiff neck, typically from sleeping in a bad position.
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How it's used
This expression specifically refers to the neck pain caused by sleeping in an awkward position. It implies a sudden onset upon waking up rather than a chronic condition or injury from exercise. The term captures the physical sensation of the neck muscles being locked or strained after a night of poor posture.
Examples
I woke up with a stiff neck this morning and can't move my head.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general neck pain caused by muscle strain or injury. Only use this phrase when the stiffness is directly attributed to sleeping poorly.
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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.
