geoi6 mou4 baa3巨無霸巨无霸
Jyutpinggeoi6 mou4 baa3
Yalegeuih mòuh ba
Definition
Something exceptionally large compared to others of its kind, or a Big Mac hamburger.
- something exceptionally large; a colossus; a giant
- a Big Mac (McDonald's hamburger)
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How it's used
Beyond the specific menu item at McDonald's, this term is frequently used as a hyperbolic descriptor for any object that is disproportionately large compared to its standard version. It carries a sense of overwhelming scale, often implying that the item is almost too big to handle or consume comfortably. When used metaphorically, it emphasizes the sheer size or dominance of a subject in a playful or slightly exaggerated tone.
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He bought a Big Mac for lunch.
This Big Mac burger is really huge.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general words for big like 大 or 巨大, as this term specifically evokes the image of the multi-layered burger, making it sound more informal and descriptive rather than a standard adjective.
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