gwong1 tin1 faa3 jat6光天化日
Jyutpinggwong1 tin1 faa3 jat6
Yalegwōng tīn fa yaht
Definition
Broad daylight; a situation where everyone can see clearly.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong sense of indignation or shock, highlighting the audacity of an act committed when everyone can see. It is almost exclusively used to describe negative or illegal events, such as theft, assault, or public indecency. The phrase emphasizes that the perpetrator has no fear of being caught or identified.
Examples
Someone actually robbed in broad daylight, that is outrageous.
Related words
Common phrases
in broad daylight
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe neutral or positive events occurring during the day. It is not a synonym for simply daytime or sunny weather, but specifically implies a violation of public order or social norms.
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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.
