laam5 tau2 laam5 geng2攬頭攬頸揽头揽颈
Jyutpinglaam5 tau2 laam5 geng2
Yaleláahm táu láahm géng
Definition
On very close terms; to be extremely intimate or friendly, as if putting one's arms around each other's necks.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This expression vividly describes physical closeness as a metaphor for a deep emotional bond. While it can literally refer to people with their arms around each other's necks, it is most frequently used to describe a friendship that is unusually intimate or inseparable. It often carries a slightly informal or even teasing tone when observing two people who are suddenly acting very chummy.
Examples
The two of them are always hanging all over each other, just like brothers.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a formal or professional relationship, as it implies a level of physical and emotional intimacy that would be inappropriate in a workplace setting.
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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.
