gaam3 cou1 lei4監粗來监粗来

Jyutpinggaam3 cou1 lei4

Yalegaam chōu lèih

Definition

To do something by force or against someone's will; to force one's way to achieve something.

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How it's used

This phrase carries a strong sense of unreasonable aggression or lack of regard for social boundaries. It is often used when someone ignores rules or etiquette to get what they want, such as cutting a queue or pushing into a conversation. The tone is usually critical and implies that the person's behavior is rude or desperate.

Common phrases

gaam1監cou1粗lai2嚟coeng2搶

to forcefully snatch

gaam1監cou1粗lai2嚟jap6入

to force one's way in

Common mistake

Learners often mistake this for simply doing something hard, but it specifically implies a lack of consent or a violation of order. It is not used for physical strength in a positive sense, such as lifting a heavy object.