zau6 gei6驟忌骤忌
Jyutpingzau6 gei6
Yalejauh geih
Definition
Taboo; something to be avoided or superstitious about.
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How it's used
This word carries a strong sense of social or cultural restriction, often relating to superstitions or sensitive personal topics. It is frequently used to describe actions that might bring bad luck or cause offense to others in a specific setting. Unlike formal terms for prohibition, it emphasizes the unspoken rules of etiquette or traditional belief systems.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general prohibitions like 唔准, but 驟忌 specifically implies a cultural or superstitious sensitivity rather than a legal or explicit rule.
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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.
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