gang2 geng2梗頸梗颈
Jyutpinggang2 geng2
Yalegáng géng
Definition
Stubborn and obstinate; refusing to listen to advice.
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How it's used
Describes someone who is inflexible or refuses to change their mind once they have decided on something. It carries a slightly negative connotation, suggesting that the person is being unreasonable or difficult to deal with. It is frequently used in casual conversation to describe friends or family members who are set in their ways.
Examples
He is such a stubborn person, he won't listen no matter what you say.
Why are you being so stubborn? Listen to other people's opinions.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 頸梗, which refers to a stiff neck caused by physical tension or sleeping in an awkward position. The word order is crucial because 梗頸 is an adjective for personality, while 頸梗 is a physical condition.
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Grammar guides
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