hak1 dou6 daai6 ngok6黑道大鱷黑道大鳄

Jyutpinghak1 dou6 daai6 ngok6

Yalehāk douh daaih ngohk

Definition

An influential and powerful figure in the underworld; a prominent mafia boss or gangster.

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How it's used

This term carries a strong cinematic or dramatic connotation, often used to describe high level figures in organized crime who operate with significant influence. It conveys a sense of fear and respect, suggesting someone who is not just a criminal but a powerful entity within that sphere. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing crime news or watching gangster films.

Measure word

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Examples

teng1聽gong2講keoi5佢hai6係go2嗰keoi1區ge3嘅hak1黑dou6道daai6大ngok6鱷，mou5冇jan4人gam2敢je5惹。

I heard he is a big shot in the underworld in that district, nobody dares to mess with him.

nei5你zi1知m4唔zi1知bin1邊go3個hai6係ne1呢dou6度ge3嘅hak1黑dou6道daai6大ngok6鱷？

Do you know who the big underworld boss is around here?

Common phrases

hak1黑dou6道daai6大ngok6鱷

underworld big shot

Common mistake

Avoid using this to describe petty criminals or street thugs, as the term specifically implies a high level of authority and systemic power. Using it for a low level offender sounds hyperbolic and unnatural.