pei4 baai6 bat1 ham1疲憊不堪疲惫不堪
Jyutpingpei4 baai6 bat1 ham1
Yalepèih baaih bāt hām
Definition
Exhausted and extremely tired.
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How it's used
This is a formal idiom that sounds quite literary when spoken in daily life. While it is perfectly understood, native speakers usually prefer more casual expressions like 好攰 or 攰到死 to describe extreme fatigue. Using this phrase in casual conversation can make you sound like you are reading from a book or trying to be overly dramatic.
Examples
I am truly exhausted after finishing work.
Are you exhausted after exercising?
Related words
Common phrases
to feel exhausted
Common mistake
Learners often use this in casual settings where it sounds unnatural, as it is a four-character idiom. It is better suited for written compositions or formal storytelling rather than chatting with friends.
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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.
