hau1 dau2吼斗
Jyutpinghau1 dau2
Yalehāu dáu
Definition
To buy, want, or look for something
colloquialshopping
How it's used
This term is a colloquial, slightly playful way of saying to buy something, often implying a sense of browsing or hunting for a good deal. It carries a more casual and active tone than the standard 買. You will mostly hear it used by younger generations or in informal social settings.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 吼, which means to stare at or to wait for an opportunity. While they share the same starting character, 吼斗 functions specifically as a verb for shopping or purchasing.
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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.
