ngong6 lan2戇撚戆撚
Jyutpingngong6 lan2
Yalengohng lán
Definition
Fucking stupid; extremely foolish or idiotic.
slangvulgarpeople
How it's used
This is an extremely vulgar intensifier used to describe someone or something as profoundly stupid or ridiculous. It carries a heavy, aggressive tone that is strictly reserved for close friends or intense confrontations. Using this in professional or public settings is highly offensive and will likely cause significant social friction.
Examples
Why are you standing there like a total idiot?
He always does such stupid shit, it's so infuriating.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a standard adjective, but it functions primarily as a derogatory label or an intensifier for stupidity. It is not interchangeable with mild insults like 笨拙 or 傻， as it carries a much stronger, obscene connotation.
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Grammar guides
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