aa3 sai3阿細阿细

Jyutpingaa3 sai3

Yalea sai

Common

Definition

An appellation used for someone who is little, the youngest in a family, or a concubine.

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How it's used

This term functions as a nickname or a diminutive address for the youngest member of a family or group. It carries an affectionate tone and is rarely used in formal settings. While it can refer to a concubine in older or more traditional contexts, this usage is increasingly rare and may be perceived as dated or derogatory depending on the speaker's intent.

Examples

aa3阿sai3細nei5你gwo3過lai2嚟bong1幫sau2手ling1拎di1啲je5嘢。

Little one, come over here and help me carry some things.

keoi5佢uk1屋kei2企paai4排zeoi3最sai3細go2嗰go3個hai6係mai6咪giu3叫aa3阿sai3細aa4呀？

Is the youngest one in their family called Ah Sai?

Common phrases

uk1屋kei2企aa3阿sai3細

the youngest in the family

Common mistake

Avoid using this term for someone you do not know well, as it can sound overly familiar or patronizing. It is strictly a term of endearment or a casual nickname, not a standard way to address a stranger.