waan2 dou3 hing3 gou1 coi2 lit6玩到興高采烈玩到兴高采烈
Jyutpingwaan2 dou3 hing3 gou1 coi2 lit6
Yalewáan dou hing gōu chói liht
Definition
To have a great time, or to be having a lot of fun playing.
colloquialemotiondaily actions
How it's used
This phrase describes a state of high spirits and excitement during an activity. It is often used to describe social gatherings or parties where the energy level is high. While it implies having fun, it specifically highlights the intensity and visible joy of the participants.
Examples
They were having a great time last night.
Are you guys having a blast?
Related words
Common phrases
to have a blast
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a simple verb meaning to play, but it is an idiomatic expression describing the intensity of enjoyment rather than the act of playing itself.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
