gwo3 kiu4過橋过桥
Jyutpinggwo3 kiu4
Yalegwo kìuh
Definition
To cross a bridge.
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How it's used
Beyond the literal act of crossing a bridge, this phrase is frequently used in the idiom 過橋抽板 to describe someone who discards their helpers once they have achieved their goal. It functions as a standard verb phrase in navigation instructions or when describing a physical route. When used in a metaphorical sense, it carries a strong negative connotation regarding betrayal or ingratitude.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
