m4 gau3 cing3唔夠秤唔够秤
Jyutpingm4 gau3 cing3
Yalem̀h gau ching
Definition
Short of weight, or underage for a certain activity.
- short of weight; in an inadequate quantity or weight
- slangtoo young; failing to meet the minimum age requirement for an activity
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Originally referring to physical weight in a marketplace, this term has evolved into a common metaphor for being underage or immature. When used for people, it specifically highlights that someone has not yet reached the legal or expected age threshold for a particular activity. It carries a slightly informal or critical tone when pointing out someone's lack of experience or age.
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Do not use this to describe someone who is simply short in stature, as it specifically refers to age or weight, not height.
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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.
