zo2 deng6阻埞

Jyutpingzo2 deng6

Yalejó dehng

形容詞

Definition

To block the way or wastefully occupy space; also used figuratively of a person who is a hindrance.

blocking the way or taking up space wastefully
figurativebeing a hindrance or stumbling block to others

colloquialdaily actionspeople

How it's used

This term is used specifically for physical objects that occupy space unnecessarily or people who physically obstruct a pathway. It carries a slightly annoyed tone, implying that the object or person is a nuisance. When applied to people, it often suggests they are being an obstacle to progress or flow, rather than just standing in a hallway.

Examples

le1呢deoi1堆gau6舊syu1書hou2好zo2阻deng6埞，bat1不jyu4如ling1拎heoi3去wui4回sau1收laa1啦。

These old books are taking up too much space, why not take them for recycling?

nei5你kei5企喺hai2門mun4口hau2好hou2阻zo2埞deng6呀，aa4入jap6去heoi3入jap6面min6先sin1講gong2啦。

You are blocking the way standing at the door, go inside before we talk.

Common phrases

hou2好zo2阻deng6埞

very space-consuming

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe abstract concepts like time or money, as it is strictly tied to physical space or movement. It is not a formal word and should be avoided in professional or written contexts.