laan6 meng6 jat1 tiu4爛命一條烂命一条
Jyutpinglaan6 meng6 jat1 tiu4
Yalelaahn mehng yāt tìuh
Definition
To have a worthless life with nothing left to lose, making one willing to take desperate risks.
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How it's used
This expression conveys a sense of reckless defiance born from desperation or poverty. It is often used to justify extreme or dangerous behavior by implying that the speaker has no status, wealth, or future to protect. It carries a gritty, streetwise tone that is common in crime dramas or heated arguments.
Examples
I have nothing to lose, what is there to be afraid of?
He has nothing to lose, so he does things without considering the consequences.
Related words
Common phrases
to have nothing to lose
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply unlucky or having a bad day. It specifically implies a state of having absolutely nothing to lose, which makes the person unpredictable or dangerous.
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
