syu1 dou2輸賭输赌
Jyutpingsyu1 dou2
Yalesyū dóu
Definition
To bet or wager.
colloquialdaily actionsmoney
How it's used
Focuses on the act of making a wager between two parties rather than the general concept of gambling. While it implies a competitive element, it is frequently used for casual challenges between friends. It carries a slightly more active and personal tone than the broader term 賭錢.
Examples
The two of them are always betting, and it's always for money.
Related words
Common phrases
to bet one hundred dollars
to make a bet with someone
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 賭錢, which refers to the general act of gambling or playing games of chance. 輸賭 specifically requires a target or an outcome that two people are disagreeing on.
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
