gwaa1 got3瓜葛
Jyutpinggwaa1 got3
Yalegwā got
Definition
Connection, relation, or involvement between things or people, often with complications.
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How it's used
Often used in the negative to distance oneself from a person or a messy situation. The imagery of melon vines suggests tangled, unwanted connections that are difficult to prune away. It carries a slightly formal or dramatic weight, making it perfect for ending a relationship or declaring neutrality.
Examples
I have absolutely no connection with him.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe positive or professional connections, as it almost exclusively implies a troublesome or unwanted entanglement. It is not a neutral word for relationship like 關係.
Grammar color guide
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Connector
Grammar guides
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