zeoi6 dou2聚賭聚赌
Jyutpingzeoi6 dou2
Yalejeuih dóu
Definition
To gather together and gamble; communal gambling.
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How it's used
Carries a strong legal and negative connotation, often implying an activity that attracts police attention. It is rarely used to describe casual, friendly games played for very small stakes among close family members. The term focuses on the act of gathering for the purpose of betting rather than the specific game being played.
Examples
They are always gambling in the park, it's so noisy.
Does playing mahjong at home count as illegal gambling?
Related words
Common phrases
illegal gambling
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a single person gambling alone, as the character 聚 specifically implies a group gathering. It is not a casual term for just playing games.
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Grammar guides
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