zaau1 fung3嘲諷嘲讽
Jyutpingzaau1 fung3
Yalejāau fung
Definition
To mock, taunt, or ridicule.
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How it's used
Carries a sharper, more biting tone than simply laughing at someone. It implies a deliberate attempt to belittle or expose someone's flaws through sarcasm or mockery. While it can be used in serious contexts, it is frequently applied to describe toxic behavior in social or workplace settings.
Examples
Stop taunting others all the time.
He loves to ridicule people when he speaks; it's so annoying.
Related words
Common phrases
sarcastic remarks and cold mockery
Common mistake
Avoid using this as a direct translation for teasing among friends, which is better expressed as 玩或者笑吓. Using 嘲諷 implies a malicious intent that can sound overly aggressive or formal in casual banter.
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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.
