lou5 lap1老笠
Jyutpinglou5 lap1
Yalelóuh lāp
Definition
To rob or mug someone.
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How it's used
Originating from the English word "rob", this term is a classic example of Cantonese loanword adaptation. It functions as a transitive verb and is frequently used in news reports or dramatic storytelling to describe violent theft. Unlike the more formal 打劫, it carries a slightly more visceral or street-level tone.
Examples
He just got robbed on the street.
Why are you taking out a knife and trying to rob someone?
Related words
Common phrases
to be robbed by someone
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the noun 笠, which refers to a hat or covering something with a bag. Using 老笠 in a formal context or a professional setting can sound overly dramatic or inappropriately informal.
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Grammar guides
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