gwai3 dou3 fei1 hei2貴到飛起贵到飞起
Jyutpinggwai3 dou3 fei1 hei2
Yalegwai dou fēi héi
Definition
Extremely expensive; extraordinarily pricey.
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How it's used
This expression uses the verb 飛起 to indicate an extreme degree, suggesting the price has literally taken flight and gone beyond reach. It is a vivid, hyperbolic way to complain about costs that feels much more natural in casual conversation than standard intensifiers like 好貴. You will often hear it used when someone is shocked by a bill or a price tag.
Examples
That restaurant is ridiculously expensive, let's not go.
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Common mistake
Do not use this in formal writing or professional settings, as the imagery is very informal and colloquial. It is strictly reserved for spoken interactions among friends or family.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
