zek1 zo2 keoi4蓆咗佢席咗佢
Jyutpingzek1 zo2 keoi4
Yalejēk jó kèuih
Definition
A phrase used among men to encourage someone to approach or pursue an attractive woman.
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How it's used
This phrase is exclusively used in casual, male-to-male social settings to encourage a friend to pursue a romantic interest. It carries a sense of playful pressure or 'wingman' encouragement. It is not a formal or polite expression and should be avoided in professional or mixed-gender company.
Examples
That girl is so pretty, go get her!
Why don't you go get her already, what are you waiting for?
Related words
Common phrases
Go get her quickly
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with literal actions, but it is strictly idiomatic and refers to initiating a romantic approach. Using it towards a woman or in a serious context will sound highly inappropriate or disrespectful.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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