zou6 baa2 hei3做把戲做把戏
Jyutpingzou6 baa2 hei3
Yalejouh bá hei
Definition
To perform magic tricks or acrobatics.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the performance of sleight of hand or stage magic rather than general tricks or pranks. It carries a slightly old fashioned or theatrical nuance compared to modern terms like 變魔術. Often implies a street performer or someone putting on a show for an audience.
Examples
He is performing magic tricks on the street for people to watch.
Related words
Common phrases
street magic performance
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe playing a prank or tricking someone, as it strictly refers to the performance art of magic. For playing a prank, use 玩嘢 instead.
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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.
