sik6 lin4 zi2 gang1食蓮子羹食莲子羹
Jyutpingsik6 lin4 zi2 gang1
Yalesihk lìhn jí gāng
Definition
To be killed by gunfire; to be fatally shot.
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How it's used
This is a dark, underworld slang term used to describe being shot to death. It functions as a euphemism, replacing the violent reality of gunfire with a seemingly harmless dessert. It is almost exclusively used in contexts involving triads, crime, or extreme threats.
Examples
If you don't leave now, prepare to get shot.
He had a big mouth, and as a result, he ended up getting shot.
Related words
Common phrases
to shoot someone
Common mistake
Do not use this in any normal conversation about food. It is a highly aggressive, threatening expression that will be interpreted as a serious death threat if directed at someone.
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Grammar guides
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