gong2 lai4 gong2 heoi3 saam1 fuk1 pei5講嚟講去三幅被讲嚟讲去三幅被
Jyutpinggong2 lai4 gong2 heoi3 saam1 fuk1 pei5
Yalegóng làih góng heui sāam fūk péih
Definition
To keep repeating oneself or saying the same things over and over again.
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How it's used
This idiom vividly describes someone who is repetitive and tedious, literally comparing their speech to having only three quilts to show. It is used to express frustration when a person refuses to move on to a new topic or keeps rehashing old arguments. The imagery implies a lack of variety or new ideas, suggesting the speaker is stuck in a loop.
Examples
He keeps repeating the same old stuff, it's so boring to listen to.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply explaining something clearly by repeating it for emphasis. It carries a strong negative connotation of being annoying, boring, or stubborn.
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Grammar guides
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