lin2 baau3 ceon1 doi2鍊爆春袋炼爆春袋
Jyutpinglin2 baau3 ceon1 doi2
Yalelín bau chēun dói
Definition
To fight with all of one's strength and without inhibition; to go all out.
slangslangvulgar
How it's used
This expression is highly informal and carries a raw, aggressive energy. It uses anatomical imagery to convey the idea of pushing oneself to the absolute physical or mental limit. Because of the vulgar nature of the imagery, it is strictly reserved for close friends or casual settings and should never be used in professional or polite company.
Examples
gam1 ci3 bei2 coi3 jat1 ding6 jiu3 lin2 baau3 ceon1 doi2 aa4
今次比賽一定要鍊爆春袋呀。
You must give it your all in this competition.
keoi5 wai6 zo2 sing1 zik1 zan1 hai6 lin2 baau3 ceon1 doi2 gam3 zou6 je5
佢為咗升職真係鍊爆春袋咁做嘢。
He is working like crazy to get that promotion.
Related words
Common phrases
lin2 baau3 ceon1 doi2 gam3 zou6
鍊爆春袋咁做
to do something with extreme intensity
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a literal description of violence or physical pain. It is strictly a metaphorical idiom for intense effort or determination, similar to the English expression to go balls to the wall.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
