taat1 daai6 lou2 do2撻大佬朵挞大佬朵
Jyutpingtaat1 daai6 lou2 do2
Yaletāat daaih lóu dó
Definition
To invoke the name of one's boss, gang leader, or influential figure to get protection or make an impression.
colloquialpeopleslang
How it's used
Using this phrase implies a sense of cowardice or reliance on external power rather than personal strength. It is almost exclusively used in negative contexts to criticize someone for being a bully or a pretender. The term carries a strong association with triad culture and street-level intimidation tactics.
Examples
Don't always invoke your boss's name to scare people.
Related words
Common phrases
to drop a name for intimidation
Common mistake
Do not use this phrase in professional or formal settings, as it is highly aggressive and carries a criminal connotation. It is not a neutral way to mention someone's connections but specifically refers to the act of name-dropping for intimidation.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
