gam1 paai4 daa2 zai2金牌打仔
Jyutpinggam1 paai4 daa2 zai2
Yalegām pàaih dá jái
Definition
A top fighter in a gang; a premier bodyguard.
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How it's used
Originally referring to the most skilled enforcer within a triad organization, this term carries a strong cinematic flair reminiscent of classic Hong Kong action movies. It implies not just physical strength, but a high level of loyalty and status within a criminal hierarchy. Nowadays, it is frequently used in a teasing or hyperbolic way to describe someone who is overly aggressive or prone to picking fights.
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He used to be a top fighter for the triad back in the day.
Do you think you're some kind of top fighter? You love fighting so much.
Related words
Common phrases
a triad's top fighter
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a professional athlete or a legitimate security guard, as the term is inextricably linked to triad culture and street violence.
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