lou4 cou4嘮嘈唠嘈
Jyutpinglou4 cou4
Yalelòuh chòuh
Definition
To grumble, complain, or make a noisy fuss.
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How it's used
This term specifically captures the annoyance of repetitive, high-pitched, or persistent noise, often coming from someone complaining or talking incessantly. It carries a stronger sense of irritation than simply calling someone loud, as it implies the sound is grating on the listener's nerves. It is frequently used to describe someone who is nagging or grumbling in a way that creates a disruptive atmosphere.
Examples
He is always making a racket there, so annoying.
Related words
Common phrases
always making a racket
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin word 嘮叨, which focuses more on the act of nagging or being long-winded. While 嘮嘈 can imply nagging, its primary focus is the unpleasant quality of the noise itself.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
