kam1 sei2禁死
Jyutpingkam1 sei2
Yalekām séi
Definition
Extremely durable; able to withstand heavy use or wear without wearing out.
colloquialdaily actions
How it's used
Functions as an intensifier for prohibitions, implying a rigid or absolute ban. It carries a sense of severity that goes beyond a simple instruction, often suggesting that the rule is enforced without any exceptions.
Examples
It is strictly forbidden to enter here.
They strictly prohibit people from taking photos.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with literal death, as the phrase is purely idiomatic for extreme prohibition. It is not used to describe actual dying or mortality.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
