zang1 aau2爭拗争拗
Jyutpingzang1 aau2
Yalejāng áau
Definition
An argument, dispute, or verbal conflict.
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How it's used
Focuses on the verbal nature of a dispute rather than physical fighting. It often implies a prolonged or recurring disagreement rather than a single heated outburst. While it functions as a noun, it is frequently used with verbs like 有 or 發生 to describe the state of having a conflict.
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ci3次chiExamples
That couple is always having arguments.
Have you two been arguing about this for a long time?
Related words
Common phrases
to have an argument occur
to resolve an argument
Common mistake
Avoid using it as a direct verb for shouting or yelling, as it specifically refers to the act of debating or disputing a point. It is not interchangeable with 嗌交, which is the more common, informal way to describe a verbal fight or quarrel.
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Grammar guides
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
