jan5 lei4癮嚟瘾嚟
Jyutpingjan5 lei4
Yaleyáhn lèih
Definition
To feel the urge to take drugs or satisfy an addiction.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the physical and psychological manifestation of withdrawal symptoms rather than the addiction itself. It describes the moment the body demands the substance, often accompanied by visible signs like shaking or agitation. Use this to describe someone who is visibly struggling to stay off their vice.
Examples
He looks like he is having withdrawal symptoms, his whole body is shaking.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply wanting something badly, like wanting to play video games. While people jokingly say 癮嚟 for hobbies, the term carries a strong clinical connotation of physical dependency and withdrawal.
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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.
