baai6 leoi6敗類败类
Jyutpingbaai6 leoi6
Yalebaaih leuih
Definition
Scum; trash; degenerate of a group or society.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
Carries a heavy moral judgment and is used to describe someone who brings shame upon a group, family, or society. It is significantly stronger than just calling someone a bad person, as it implies a fundamental lack of integrity or character. It is often used in heated arguments or when criticizing someone's reprehensible actions.
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He is basically scum, don't be friends with him.
Don't you feel ashamed doing such trashy things?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply incompetent or annoying, as it implies a deep moral failing rather than just poor performance.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
