tung1 deng2通頂通顶
Jyutpingtung1 deng2
Yaletūng déng
Definition
To stay up all night to work or play.
colloquialdaily actionstime
How it's used
This term carries a sense of exhaustion and intensity, often implying that the person is pushing their limits. It is commonly used by students during exam periods or by employees facing tight deadlines. While it can refer to partying, it is most frequently associated with grinding through work or study sessions.
Examples
I have a report due tomorrow, so I must pull an all-nighter tonight.
Why did you stay up all night playing games? Don't you have to go to work tomorrow?
Related words
Common phrases
to work through the night
to sing karaoke all night
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 捱夜, which simply means staying up late. 通頂 specifically implies staying awake until the sun rises, covering the entire night.
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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.
