kek6 tau3劇透剧透
Jyutpingkek6 tau3
Yalekehk tau
Definition
To spoil a plot; to reveal the storyline of a book, movie, or show to someone who hasn't seen it yet.
colloquialcommunicationdaily actions
How it's used
Originating as a contraction of 劇情透露, this term is now standard in casual conversation and online forums. It functions as both a verb and a noun, often used with the particle 呀 to express annoyance or a warning. It is the go-to word for any situation involving spoilers, whether for movies, TV shows, or books.
Examples
Don't spoil it for me, I haven't seen the ending yet!
He always likes to spoil things, it's really annoying.
Related words
Common phrases
someone who constantly spoils plots
please don't spoil it
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general gossip or revealing secrets about real people. It is strictly reserved for fictional plots and narratives.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
