haan6 gaai3限界
Jyutpinghaan6 gaai3
Yalehaahn gaai
Definition
Boundaries, limits, or circumscription.
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How it's used
Borrowing from Japanese, this term is primarily used in written contexts or formal discussions rather than casual daily speech. While it conveys the idea of a breaking point or a strict boundary, native speakers often prefer more common alternatives like 極限 or 底線 depending on whether they are discussing physical capacity or moral boundaries.
Examples
He has already reached his physical limit.
Where exactly are the boundaries of this game?
Related words
Common phrases
challenge the limits
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual conversation as it sounds overly dramatic or literary. For physical endurance, use 極限 instead.
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Grammar guides
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