gap1 gap1 mong4 mong4急急忙忙
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Yalegāp gāp mòhng mòhng
Definition
In a hurry; in a great rush and feeling anxious.
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How it's used
Focuses on the frantic, disorganized state of mind rather than just the speed of an action. It often implies that the person is flustered or has lost their composure because they are running late. Use it to describe someone who is physically moving fast while looking stressed or scattered.
Examples
Why are you leaving in such a hurry?
He packed his things in a rush and headed out.
Related words
Common phrases
to leave in a rush
to pack things in a hurry
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 趕時間, which simply means being pressed for time. While 趕時間 describes the situation of having a deadline, 急急忙忙 describes the visible, anxious behavior resulting from that pressure.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
