jat1 luk1 caam3一碌杉

Jyutpingjat1 luk1 caam3

Yaleyāt lūk chaam

Definition

A stiff, awkward, or non-responsive person, especially one standing still like a log.

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How it's used

Describes someone who is physically rigid or socially unresponsive, often implying they are standing around uselessly. It is frequently used to tease someone who is being awkward in a social setting or failing to react to a situation. The imagery evokes a tall, thick piece of wood that lacks grace or movement.

Examples

nei5你kei5企hai2喺dou6度zou6做mat1乜aa4呀，hou2好ci5似jat1一luk1碌caam3杉gam3咁？

Why are you standing there like a log?

keoi5佢tiu3跳mou5舞hou2好saang1生ngaang6硬，sing4成go3個jan4人ci5似jat1一luk1碌caam3杉。

He dances very stiffly, he is like a log.

Common phrases

kei5企dou3到jat1一luk1碌caam3杉gam3咁

standing there like a log

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe someone who is simply tall; it specifically highlights a lack of flexibility or social awareness. It is meant to be humorous or slightly insulting, so avoid using it in formal or professional settings.