haau2 man6拷問拷问

Jyutpinghaau2 man6

Yaleháau mahn

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Definition

To torture, interrogate, or cause physical or psychological harm to achieve a certain purpose.

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How it's used

While this term is used for physical torture, it is frequently employed in casual conversation to describe intense, relentless questioning or pestering. Using it in a social context often implies that someone is being subjected to an overwhelming amount of pressure or scrutiny. It carries a much heavier and more serious connotation than simply asking questions.

Examples

keoi5佢dei6哋soeng2想haau1拷man6問go2嗰go3個faan6犯jan4人。

They want to interrogate the prisoner.

nei5你m4唔hou2好zoi3再haau1拷man6問ngo5我laa1啦。

Please stop torturing me with these questions.

Common phrases

jim4嚴jing4刑haau1拷man6問

severe torture

Common mistake

Avoid using this word to describe simple questioning or interviews, as it implies a level of cruelty or extreme psychological pressure that is inappropriate for mundane situations.