jau5 mou5 gaau2 cok3有冇攪錯有冇搅错
Jyutpingjau5 mou5 gaau2 cok3
Yaleyáuh móuh gáau chok
Definition
Expression of disbelief, annoyance, or protest: "How could this be?" or "Are you kidding?"
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How it's used
Expresses disbelief, frustration, or annoyance when something goes wrong or someone behaves unreasonably. It functions as a rhetorical question that does not require an actual answer. The tone is often sharp and accusatory, making it unsuitable for formal settings or professional communication.
Related words
Common phrases
I really cannot believe this
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a literal question about whether a mistake was made. It is strictly an exclamation of disapproval or shock, so using it when you genuinely need to ask if someone made an error can cause confusion.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
