gaa2 baan6假扮
Jyutpinggaa2 baan6
Yalegá baahn
Definition
To disguise oneself as, dress up as, or impersonate someone else.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the act of assuming a false identity or appearance to deceive others. It is often used in contexts involving undercover work, pranks, or malicious impersonation. Unlike the more general term 扮, which can simply mean to act or pretend in a casual way, 假扮 implies a more deliberate and structured attempt to pass as someone or something else.
Examples
He disguised himself as a tourist to scam people.
Why do you have to pretend to be my friend?
Related words
Common phrases
disguise as a tourist
impersonate a police officer
Common mistake
Avoid using this for simple roleplay or acting in a play, as it carries a strong connotation of deception or hiding one's true identity. For harmless pretending, such as a child playing house, use 扮 instead.
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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.
