m4 gau3 pei2唔夠皮唔够皮
Jyutpingm4 gau3 pei2
Yalem̀h gau péi
Definition
Not enough, or not satisfied.
- not enough; insufficient
- slangnot satisfied; wanting more
colloquialemotiondaily actions
How it's used
Originally derived from gambling contexts where players felt they had not played enough rounds to satisfy their urge, this phrase has expanded to describe any situation where one feels a lack of fulfillment or intensity. It carries a slightly informal, visceral tone that suggests a physical or psychological craving remains unmet. It is distinct from simply saying 唔夠, which refers to a lack of quantity, whereas 唔夠皮 implies a lack of satisfaction or stimulation.
Examples
This movie finished so quickly, I'm really not satisfied.
You've only had one beer, is that enough for you?
Related words
Common phrases
not having enough fun
not eating enough to feel satisfied
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a simple shortage of physical objects like money or food, as it specifically refers to a feeling of being unsatisfied or wanting more of an experience.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
