ngap6 tau2岌頭岌头
Jyutpingngap6 tau2
Yalengahp táu
Definition
To nod one's head, especially to show agreement or approval.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the physical action of nodding to signal agreement or acknowledgement. It is distinct from the more formal 點頭, which can also refer to the literal act of bowing or nodding in a greeting context. Using 岌頭 adds a more vivid, colloquial touch to descriptions of someone's non-verbal feedback during a conversation.
Examples
He kept nodding after listening, he seems very satisfied.
Why are you nodding? Do you agree with what I said?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a formal bow or a slight nod of greeting, as it is strictly used for the repetitive motion of nodding in agreement or understanding.
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Grammar guides
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