ngok6 jyu4 tau4鱷魚頭鳄鱼头
Jyutpingngok6 jyu4 tau4
Yalengohk yùh tàuh
Definition
A ruthless, fierce, or intimidating person.
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How it's used
Describes someone who is aggressive, predatory, or intimidating, specifically towards those perceived as weak or vulnerable. It carries a strong sense of moral disapproval, implying the person is a bully rather than just someone who is firm or assertive. It is often used to warn others to stay away from such individuals to avoid being taken advantage of.
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He acts like a bully all the time, always picking on honest people.
Don't bother with that ruthless guy, it's not worth the trouble.
Related words
Common phrases
a bully who is actually a sucker
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a literal crocodile or a person who is simply brave or fierce in a positive sense. It is strictly pejorative and refers to exploitative or bullying behavior.
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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.
