maak3 daai6 deoi3 goek3擘大對腳擘大对脚
Jyutpingmaak3 daai6 deoi3 goek3
Yalemaak daaih deui geuk
Definition
To spread one's legs wide.
colloquialbodydaily actions
How it's used
This phrase is used to describe the physical action of opening one's legs wide, often implying a posture that is considered unrefined or socially inappropriate in public settings. While it can be used neutrally in contexts like physical therapy or stretching exercises, it frequently carries a negative connotation when describing someone's sitting habits. It is a very direct and descriptive expression that leaves little room for ambiguity.
Examples
He sat down and spread his legs wide, which is very rude.
Remember to spread your legs wide to stretch before you exercise.
Related words
Common phrases
to sit with legs spread wide
Common mistake
Avoid using this in formal or professional settings, as it can be perceived as crude or offensive depending on the context and the person being described.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
