luk6 luk6 luk6六六六
Jyutpingluk6 luk6 luk6
Yaleluhk luhk luhk
Definition
666; the biblical number of the beast, widely recognized as a symbol for the devil.
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How it's used
Unlike the Western association with the devil, this number is frequently used in internet slang to mean cool, impressive, or skillful. It is a homophone for the phrase 溜溜溜, which describes someone being very smooth or slick at a task. You will most commonly encounter this in gaming chats or social media comments to praise someone's performance.
Examples
I often see people typing 666 when gaming.
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Common mistake
Do not assume that seeing this number in a Chinese context implies a religious or occult meaning. It is almost exclusively a compliment regarding someone's ability or a way to express excitement.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
