gwo3 lung4過龍过龙

Jyutpinggwo3 lung4

Yalegwo lùhng

動詞Uncommon

Definition

To go too far, overdo something, or exceed expectations.

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How it's used

This expression functions as a complement of degree, typically following a verb or adjective to indicate that a limit has been crossed. It carries a strong sense of disapproval or concern, suggesting that the action or state has become excessive or inappropriate. It is frequently used in social contexts to call out behavior that has crossed the line of what is considered acceptable or polite.

Examples

nei5你ne1呢ci3次gong2講je5嘢zan1真hai6係gwo3過zo2咗lung4龍laa3喇。

You really went too far with what you said this time.

keoi5佢hai6係mai6咪wun6玩dak1得gwo3過lung4龍aa4呀？

Did he go too far with the joke?

Common phrases

wun6玩gwo3過lung4龍

to overdo a joke or prank

gong2講gwo3過lung4龍

to speak too bluntly or excessively

Common mistake

Avoid using this to describe physical movement or travel, as it is strictly metaphorical for behavior, speech, or intensity. Do not confuse it with 遲到, which refers to being late, whereas 過龍 implies an action that was carried out with too much force or duration.