Cantonese Word of the Day
趕急
gon2 GAP1 • adjective — 8th of Aug, 2026
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Meaning: to be in a hurry; to be pressed for time
Examples
- 我今日好趕急，要快啲走。
(I'm in a big hurry today and need to leave quickly.) - 你咁趕急，係咪有咩事呀？
(You're in such a rush—did something happen?) - 唔好咁趕急，慢慢嚟。
(Don't be so rushed; take your time.)
Synonyms
- 心急
- 急
- 趕
Antonyms
- 悠閒
- 慢慢
This word is commonly used in everyday Cantonese to describe someone who is rushing or under time pressure. It often has a slightly casual tone and can be used about yourself or other people.
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