fe4 dai1淝低
Jyutpingfe4 dai1
Yalefèh dāi
Definition
To shoot, gun down, or take someone down.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in action movies or crime dramas to describe the act of shooting someone to the ground. It carries a gritty, aggressive tone that is rarely used in polite or formal conversation. It implies a swift, decisive action that ends a confrontation.
Examples
He took out his gun and immediately shot the thief down.
Related words
Common phrases
take down the target
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general verbs for shooting like 開槍, as 淝低 specifically emphasizes the result of the target falling down due to being hit.
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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.
