siu1 dou3 ngo5 go2 daap6燒到我嗰疊烧到我嗰叠
Jyutpingsiu1 dou3 ngo5 go2 daap6
Yalesīu dou ngóh gó daahp
Definition
To drag me in; to get me involved or caught up in a troublesome situation.
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How it's used
Originating from the imagery of a fire spreading from one stack of paper to another, this phrase is used when someone wants to avoid being implicated in a conflict or a mess. It carries a defensive tone, signaling that the speaker wants to maintain distance from a situation that is not their responsibility. It is almost exclusively used in negative constructions to warn others against involving the speaker.
Examples
They are just arguing, don't drag me into it.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a literal fire-related term. It is purely metaphorical and specifically refers to being dragged into trouble or blame, not physical danger.
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Grammar guides
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