wan6諢诨
Jyutpingwan6
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Definition
To joke, jest, or play a prank; also referring to a nickname.
- to joke, jest, or play a prank
- nickname
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How it's used
Refers specifically to jokes that are crude, vulgar, or sexually suggestive rather than just funny. It is rarely used as a standalone verb in modern speech, appearing mostly in the compound noun 諢話. Using this word suggests a level of disapproval or discomfort with the content of the joke.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general word for humor, but it carries a strong negative connotation of being inappropriate or lewd. Do not use it to describe a lighthearted or friendly joke.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
