puk1 bang1 bei6仆崩鼻
Jyutpingpuk1 bang1 bei6
Yalepūk bāng beih
Definition
To fall flat on one's face, or to rush somewhere in a desperate hurry.
- to fall over and smash one's nose
- slangto rush somewhere in a desperate, frantic hurry
colloquialdaily actionspeople
How it's used
Conveys a sense of extreme urgency or recklessness, often implying that the person is moving so fast they might literally trip and fall. It is used to describe someone rushing to a destination, usually because of an emergency or a sudden realization. The imagery is vivid and emphasizes the lack of care for one's own safety while in a hurry.
Examples
Why are you rushing over here like you're going to trip and break your nose?
As soon as he heard the news, he rushed to the hospital.
Related words
Common phrases
to run in a frantic, reckless manner
to rush off to somewhere in a panic
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a simple or calm walk. It specifically implies a frantic, potentially clumsy pace that suggests a high level of anxiety or desperation.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
