nei5 hou2 je5你好嘢
Jyutpingnei5 hou2 je5
Yalenéih hóu yéh
Definition
Sarcastic expression of frustration and anger towards someone, often carrying a threat of reprisal.
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How it's used
The phrase functions as a biting verbal jab that flips a compliment on its head to convey deep annoyance or anger. It is almost exclusively used when someone has committed an act that the speaker finds unacceptable or infuriating. The tone is critical, and the speaker is essentially telling the other person that their actions have crossed a line.
Examples
You actually snooped on my phone, you're really something!
You've made everything so complicated, well done to you.
Related words
Common phrases
You're really something, just you wait.
Common mistake
Do not use this phrase as a genuine compliment. Even if the literal meaning is positive, the sarcastic delivery and context make it clear that the speaker is actually expressing hostility or a desire for retaliation.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
