hoi1 dou2開賭开赌
Jyutpinghoi1 dou2
Yalehōi dóu
Definition
To open a casino or gambling establishment.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of organizing or hosting illegal gambling activities rather than just participating in them. It carries a strong connotation of illicit activity and is often used when discussing criminal investigations or underground operations. It is rarely used to describe legal, licensed casino operations, which are typically referred to as 賭場.
Examples
They are running a gambling den here, they will be arrested by the police very soon.
Do you know who is behind the gambling operation?
Related words
Common phrases
illegal gambling operation
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 賭錢, which simply means to gamble or bet money. 開賭 implies the role of the house or the organizer, whereas 賭錢 refers to the act of placing bets.
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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.
