gon1 gang2 gang2乾鯁鯁干鲠鲠
Jyutpinggon1 gang2 gang2
Yalegōn gáng gáng
Definition
Dry; hard to swallow because of dryness, referring to food.
colloquialfooddaily actions
How it's used
This reduplicated adjective describes the physical sensation of forcing down dry or solid food without liquid. It is often used to warn someone about the risk of choking or to describe a difficult eating experience. The term specifically highlights the lack of moisture or lubrication during the act of swallowing.
Examples
You are eating such a big piece of bread, it is hard to swallow it dry.
Related words
Common phrases
swallow it down dry
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the verb 鯁, which means to choke on a fish bone or food. While 乾鯁鯁 describes the state of the food or the manner of eating, 鯁 is the result of the action going wrong.
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Grammar guides
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