waan2 cyun3玩串
Jyutpingwaan2 cyun3
Yalewáan chyun
Definition
To mess things up, spoil the fun, or deliberately cause trouble.
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How it's used
Implies a deliberate act of sabotage or causing chaos in an otherwise orderly or pleasant situation. It carries a strong sense of annoyance and is often used when someone ruins a social gathering or a collaborative effort. The phrase is highly informal and usually directed at someone whose behavior is seen as malicious or disruptive.
Examples
Why are you stirring up trouble at the party?
He always ruins other people's good plans.
Related words
Common phrases
to ruin the atmosphere of an event
to completely ruin everything
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 玩嘢, which focuses more on playing tricks or being difficult. 玩串 specifically emphasizes the destruction of a collective atmosphere or the success of an event.
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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.
