so4 gaang1傻更
Jyutpingso4 gaang1
Yalesòh gāang
Definition
Silly, foolish, or stupid.
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How it's used
The reduplicated form 傻更更 is significantly more common in speech than the base form. It carries a lighthearted and slightly affectionate tone, often used to describe someone who seems dazed, absent-minded, or socially awkward rather than genuinely unintelligent. It is frequently used to tease friends or children when they are caught daydreaming or behaving in a goofy manner.
Examples
Why are you staring at your phone like a fool?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 傻佬 or 傻仔, which are nouns used to label a person as a fool. 傻更更 functions as an adjective or adverb describing a state of mind or a specific behavior, not a permanent character trait.
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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.
