ze6 pei4謝皮谢皮
Jyutpingze6 pei4
Yalejeh pèih
Definition
Extremely exhausted or worn out.
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How it's used
Originally describing the shriveled appearance of fruit or skin, this term has evolved into a common way to describe extreme physical or mental fatigue. It carries a slightly humorous or self-deprecating tone, making it perfect for casual conversation among friends or colleagues. It is rarely used in formal or professional settings.
Examples
After working the overnight shift, I am completely drained.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the formal term 疲倦, as 謝皮 is strictly colloquial and implies a state of being completely spent or limp, rather than just feeling tired.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
