hau2 song2口爽
Jyutpinghau2 song2
Yaleháu sóng
Definition
Quick-tongued; speaking quickly or rashly without thinking about the consequences.
colloquialpeoplecommunication
How it's used
Focuses on the impulsive nature of speech rather than just being talkative. It often implies a lack of sincerity or a failure to consider the weight of one's promises. People frequently use it to criticize someone who speaks before they think or who makes empty commitments just to sound agreeable in the moment.
Examples
Don't just say yes to people for the sake of it.
Related words
Common phrases
to talk impulsively for the sake of it
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with being articulate or eloquent. It carries a negative connotation of being unreliable or reckless with words, whereas being a smooth talker is usually a compliment.
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Grammar guides
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