jat1 pun4 seoi2一盤水一盘水
Jyutpingjat1 pun4 seoi2
Yaleyāt pùhn séui
Definition
A basin of water; also, a large amount of money or ten thousand dollars.
- a basin or tray of water
- slanga large sum of money, specifically ten thousand dollars
colloquialmoney
How it's used
Refers specifically to a large sum of money, often implying a significant financial loss or a substantial windfall. The imagery of a tray of water suggests an amount that is difficult to hold onto or easy to spill, emphasizing the precarious nature of large wealth. It is frequently used in contexts involving gambling or major business investments.
Examples
Related words
Common phrases
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a literal tray of water in a standard household context, as the slang meaning is dominant. It is not a standard unit of measurement for currency and sounds informal or slightly dramatic.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
