juk1 haa5郁下
Jyutpingjuk1 haa5
Yaleyūk háh
Definition
At every turn, easily, or at the slightest provocation.
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How it's used
This expression carries a strong sense of annoyance or criticism toward someone who acts too impulsively or frequently. It is almost exclusively used to describe negative or repetitive behaviors that the speaker finds tiresome. When used, it implies that the subject lacks patience or stability.
Examples
He loses his temper at every turn; he is really hard to get along with.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal verb 郁, which means to move. While 郁下 can literally mean to move a little bit, the idiomatic usage described here always implies a repetitive, often irritating, frequency.
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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.
