je4 sou1耶穌耶稣
Jyutpingje4 sou1
Yaleyèh sōu
Definition
Jesus; the central figure of Christianity, believed by Christians to be the Son of God and the Messiah.
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How it's used
Beyond the religious context, 講耶穌 is a common colloquial idiom meaning to preach, lecture, or talk incessantly about something in a moralizing or annoying way. It is often used to describe someone who is being overly long-winded or self-righteous, regardless of whether the topic is actually religious.
Examples
He is always preaching about Jesus.
Related words
Common phrases
to preach or lecture someone
Common mistake
Do not confuse the literal religious figure with the idiomatic use of 講耶穌, as the latter can sound dismissive or disrespectful if used in the presence of devout believers.
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