paai4 taat3排闥排闼
Jyutpingpaai4 taat3
Yalepàaih taat
Definition
To push open a door; to break open a door.
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How it's used
排闥 is a literary expression that is rarely used in modern spoken Cantonese. It carries a sense of forcefulness or suddenness, often implying a lack of manners or an urgent, aggressive entry. Most native speakers would prefer using 衝入嚟 or 踢門 instead for everyday situations.
Examples
He was so impatient that he kicked the door open and went in.
Why did you barge in without knocking?
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Common mistake
Learners should avoid using this in formal or polite contexts, as it sounds overly dramatic or archaic. It is not a standard way to describe opening a door in daily life.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
