kau4 jiu4求饒求饶
Jyutpingkau4 jiu4
Yalekàuh yìuh
Definition
To beg for mercy; to ask someone for forgiveness or to spare one from punishment.
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How it's used
Used primarily in contexts involving conflict, arguments, or serious mistakes where one party holds power over the other. It carries a sense of desperation or total submission, often implying that the person has run out of options. While it can be used in casual arguments, it often sounds quite dramatic or intense.
Examples
He did something wrong but still refuses to beg for mercy.
Related words
Common phrases
to kneel down and beg for mercy
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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.
