m4 goi1 ze3 me2唔該借歪唔该借歪
Jyutpingm4 goi1 ze3 me2
Yalem̀h gōi je mé
Definition
Excuse me, please step aside.
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How it's used
This phrase is a blunt way to ask someone to move out of your path. Unlike the polite 唔該, which is a versatile 'thank you' or 'excuse me', adding 借歪 specifically targets someone physically obstructing your way. It carries a slightly impatient or demanding tone, so it is best reserved for crowded situations where someone is clearly in the way.
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Do not use this to get someone's attention in a shop or to ask for a favor, as it sounds rude and aggressive in those contexts. Stick to a simple 唔該 for general politeness.
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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.
