gaau2 gaau2 zan3搞搞震
Jyutpinggaau2 gaau2 zan3
Yalegáau gáau jan
Definition
To cause trouble, make mischief, or disturb others.
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How it's used
Often used to describe someone who is being a nuisance or disrupting a serious situation. It carries a slightly playful or exasperated tone depending on the context, but it always implies that the person's actions are unwanted or unproductive. It is frequently used when telling children to stop playing or when complaining about someone sabotaging a task.
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to cause trouble without contributing anything useful
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 搞事, which implies a more serious or malicious intent to cause trouble or stir up conflict. 搞搞震 is generally lighter and often used for annoying behavior or horseplay rather than genuine sabotage.
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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.
