wai6 sik6為食为食
Jyutpingwai6 sik6
Yalewaih sihk
Definition
Greedy for food; gluttonous; loving to eat without restraint.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly playful or affectionate tone when used to describe children or pets, rather than being purely critical. It focuses specifically on an obsession with eating or snacks, distinguishing it from general greediness for money or power. You will often hear it used as a teasing label for someone who cannot resist a dessert menu.
Examples
Why are you so greedy, always sneaking snacks?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply hungry or has a large appetite, as it implies a lack of self-control or a constant desire for treats. It is not a formal term and should not be used in professional or serious contexts.
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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.
