lo2 lei4 gong2攞嚟講攞嚟讲
Jyutpinglo2 lei4 gong2
Yaleló lèih góng
Definition
To bring up unnecessary, trivial, or far-fetched topics; to make a fuss over nothing.
colloquialcommunicationother
How it's used
Used to dismiss a statement as pointless, irrelevant, or intentionally provocative. It often implies that the speaker is creating trouble or wasting time by mentioning something that should have been left unsaid. It carries a slightly impatient or annoyed tone.
Examples
What he said is really just unnecessary.
Why are you bringing that up?
Related words
Common phrases
really pointless to bring up
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply talking about something. It specifically carries a negative connotation that the topic is a waste of time or better left ignored.
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Grammar guides
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