gwaak3 ji5 gwong1摑耳光掴耳光
Jyutpinggwaak3 ji5 gwong1
Yalegwaak yíh gwōng
Definition
To slap someone on the face.
colloquialbodydaily actions
How it's used
This expression is quite aggressive and carries a strong sense of physical confrontation or severe punishment. While it describes the act of slapping, it is often used figuratively in threats to indicate someone is about to lose their temper. It is significantly more intense than just hitting someone, as it specifically targets the face to cause humiliation.
Examples
He was so angry that he slapped him in the face immediately.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general hitting verbs like 打. Remember that 摑 specifically refers to an open-handed slap, whereas 打 is a generic term for striking with a fist or object.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
