jau5 sau2 jau5 goek3有手有腳有手有脚
Jyutpingjau5 sau2 jau5 goek3
Yaleyáuh sáu yáuh geuk
Definition
Able to work like a normal person; having the physical capacity to earn a living.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Used primarily to criticize someone who is lazy or overly dependent on others despite being physically capable. It carries a strong tone of reproach or moral judgment, implying that the person has no excuse for not contributing or supporting themselves. It is frequently used by parents to children or when discussing someone who refuses to work.
Examples
You are still able-bodied, why don't you find a job yourself?
He is perfectly capable, stop asking people for help all the time.
Related words
Common phrases
still able-bodied
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is physically healthy in a medical sense. It specifically refers to the capacity to perform labor or daily tasks independently, not to a person's general health status or athletic ability.
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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.
