zong6 tau4撞頭撞头
Jyutpingzong6 tau4
Yalejohng tàuh
Definition
To hit or bang one's head; to headbutt.
colloquialbodydaily actions
How it's used
Describes both the aggressive act of head-butting an opponent and the accidental act of banging one's head against a hard surface. When used for accidents, it often implies a forceful impact that causes pain or injury. It is a direct and vivid way to describe physical contact involving the head.
Examples
The two of them are head-butting each other.
Why did you bang your head until it's so swollen?
Related words
Common phrases
banging one's head against the wall
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 撞板, which is a common idiom meaning to make a mistake or run into trouble, rather than physically hitting your head.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
