zeng3 dau2正斗

Jyutpingzeng3 dau2

Yalejeng dáu

形容詞Uncommon

Definition

Of excellent quality; great; attractive or good-looking.

slangof good quality; excellent; genuine
slangphysically attractive; hot; sexy

colloquialdescriptions

How it's used

Carries a strong sense of approval or high quality that feels more authentic and local than standard adjectives. It is frequently used to describe food, fashion, or even a clever idea. While it can describe people, be aware that it often leans towards physical attractiveness or a cool, stylish vibe.

Examples

le1呢gaan1間caan1餐teng1廳di1啲je5嘢sik6食zan1真hai6係hou2好zeng3正dau2斗。

The food at this restaurant is really excellent.

nei5你gam1今jat6日zoek6着go2嗰gin2件saam1衫hou2好zeng3正dau2斗wo5喎。

That shirt you are wearing today looks great.

Common phrases

zeng3正dau2斗je5嘢

great stuff

hou2好zeng3正dau2斗

very excellent

Common mistake

Avoid using this in formal writing or professional settings as it is strictly colloquial. It is not a direct translation of the English word correct, so do not use it to mean accurate or right.