nei5 gong2 je5 aa3你講嘢呀你讲嘢呀

Jyutpingnei5 gong2 je5 aa3

Yalenéih góng yéh a

Definition

A rhetorical challenge used in arguments to dare or threaten someone, expressing disbelief or defiance.

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How it's used

This phrase is highly aggressive and confrontational, functioning as a verbal challenge rather than a genuine inquiry about speech. It is typically used when someone feels disrespected or provoked, serving as a precursor to a physical altercation or a heated argument. Using this in a casual or polite setting will almost certainly be perceived as an act of hostility.

Examples

nei5你gong2講je5嘢aa4呀？seon3信m4唔seon3信ngo5我daa2打nei5你？

Are you talking to me? Do you want to get hit?

nei5你gong2講je5嘢aa4呀，gam3咁hei3氣？

Who do you think you are, acting so arrogant?

Common phrases

nei5你gong2講je5嘢aa4呀？

Are you talking to me?

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with the literal question 你講緊嘢呀? which simply asks if someone is currently speaking. The aggressive version relies entirely on the tone of voice and the context of a conflict to convey its meaning.