sap6 maan6 fo2 gap1十萬火急十万火急
Jyutpingsap6 maan6 fo2 gap1
Yalesahp maahn fó gāp
Definition
Extremely urgent or pressing; needing immediate action or completion.
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How it's used
Emphasize the extreme nature of the situation by using this idiom for life or death or critical business matters. It carries a sense of panic or high pressure that goes beyond a simple deadline. While it sounds dramatic, it is frequently used in daily life to express that something needs immediate attention.
Examples
It is extremely urgent right now, please help me think of a solution quickly.
What happened that is so urgent?
Related words
Common phrases
an extremely urgent matter
Common mistake
Avoid using this for minor inconveniences or routine tasks, as it sounds overly intense and hyperbolic. It is reserved for genuine emergencies where time is of the essence.
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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.
