po3 tung4 laan6 tit3破銅爛鐵破铜烂铁
Jyutpingpo3 tung4 laan6 tit3
Yalepo tùhng laahn tit
Definition
Scrap metal or junk of little value.
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How it's used
Idiomatic expression used to describe worthless, broken, or discarded items. It carries a strong sense of disdain or frustration, implying that the objects in question are essentially trash. While it literally refers to metal, it is frequently applied to any old, useless, or malfunctioning equipment.
Examples
Why did you buy this scrap metal and bring it home?
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe actual valuable metal or antiques, as it implies the items are fit only for the bin. It is strictly a derogatory term for junk.
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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.
