baau3 cou1爆粗
Jyutpingbaau3 cou1
Yalebaau chōu
Definition
To swear; to use vulgar or foul language.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of uttering profanity rather than the profanity itself. It functions as a verb phrase and is frequently used to describe someone's habit or a specific outburst. While common in casual settings, it is considered socially unacceptable in professional or formal environments.
Examples
He likes to swear whenever he gets angry.
It is very rude of you to swear here.
Related words
Common phrases
to swear
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 粗口, which is the noun for the swear words themselves. One uses 粗口 to perform the action of 爆粗.
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