fong3 dai1 ji6 loeng5放低二兩放低二两
Jyutpingfong3 dai1 ji6 loeng5
Yalefong dāi yih léuhng
Definition
To use the toilet; to urinate or defecate.
colloquialbodydaily actions
How it's used
This is a humorous, euphemistic way to refer to urination. It draws a playful comparison between the weight of urine and the traditional measurement of weight, implying a sense of relief after the act. It is mostly used among friends or peers in informal settings.
Examples
I'm going to the bathroom to take a leak first, wait for me.
Related words
Common phrases
go to take a leak
Common mistake
Do not use this in formal or professional situations as it sounds overly casual and slightly irreverent. It is strictly for spoken, lighthearted contexts.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
