wat1 gaa3屈駕屈驾
Jyutpingwat1 gaa3
Yalewāt ga
Definition
To condescend, deign, or lower oneself; to request someone to make a trip or pay a visit.
- literaryto request someone to make a trip or pay a visit
- literaryto condescend or lower oneself
colloquialpeople
How it's used
Carries a strong sense of irony or extreme politeness, often used when a person of higher status or seniority visits someone of lower status. It is rarely used in a sincere, neutral way and frequently implies that the speaker feels unworthy of the visitor's presence. Use it cautiously as it can sound sarcastic if the power dynamic is not clear.
Examples
I am really sorry to have to trouble you to come over.
He is willing to condescend to attend, which is really giving us face.
Related words
Common phrases
condescend to grace us with your presence
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe your own actions, as it would sound bizarrely arrogant. It is strictly reserved for describing the actions of others whom you wish to flatter or show extreme deference to.
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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.
