gat1詰诘
Jyutpinggat1
Yalegāt
Definition
To interrogate, investigate, or scold.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of pressing someone for an answer or aggressively questioning their motives. It is often used when someone is being put on the spot or subjected to a persistent, uncomfortable inquiry. Unlike a neutral question, it implies the speaker is looking for a confession or an excuse for perceived wrongdoing.
Examples
My mom is always scolding me about why I don't study.
The police interrogated him for a long time before he finally confessed.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Cantonese word 拮, which means to poke or stab with a sharp object. While they may sound similar in some romanization systems, they are distinct in meaning and usage.
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