waan4 gu3 paai3頑固派顽固派
Jyutpingwaan4 gu3 paai3
Yalewành gu pai
Definition
The diehards
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How it's used
Refers to a group of people who are stubbornly resistant to change or new ideas. It carries a slightly derogatory or dismissive tone, suggesting that the people being described are unreasonable or stuck in their ways. While it can be used in political contexts, it is frequently applied to everyday social situations where someone refuses to compromise.
Examples
keoi5 dei6 seng4 baan1 dou1 hai6 waan4 gu3 paai3 dim2 gong2 dou1 m4 teng1
佢哋成班都係頑固派，點講都唔聽。
They are all diehards; no matter what you say, they won't listen.
nei5 sai2 mat1 lei5 go2 di1 waan4 gu3 paai3 aa4
你使乜理嗰啲頑固派呀？
Why do you bother with those diehards?
Related words
Common phrases
jat1 baan1 waan4 gu3 paai3
一班頑固派
a group of diehards
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply hardworking or persistent, as it implies a negative lack of flexibility rather than positive grit.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
