kam4 lei4 kam4 heoi3擒嚟擒去
Jyutpingkam4 lei4 kam4 heoi3
Yalekàhm lèih kàhm heui
Definition
To climb all over; to keep climbing back and forth, especially of naughty children.
colloquialdaily actionspeople
How it's used
This phrase is almost exclusively used to describe the restless, hyperactive behavior of young children or energetic animals. It paints a vivid picture of someone moving in an uncoordinated or frantic way across furniture or playground equipment. The repetition of the verb emphasizes the repetitive and annoying nature of the movement.
Examples
Your son is climbing all over the place at home, it is hard to keep an eye on him.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone climbing a mountain or a ladder with a clear destination, as it implies aimless or chaotic movement rather than purposeful climbing.
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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.
