ban1 zau1 zai2賓州仔宾州仔
Jyutpingban1 zau1 zai2
Yalebān jāu jái
Definition
A guy from Pennsylvania, or a slang term for a small penis.
- a guy from Pennsylvania
- slangsmall penis
slangpeoplevulgar
How it's used
This term is a classic example of a pun that relies on the phonetic similarity between the state name Pennsylvania and a vulgar Cantonese slang term for male genitalia. While it can technically refer to a person from Pennsylvania, it is almost exclusively used to make a crude joke or to mock someone. Using it in a serious context to describe a resident of the US state will likely cause confusion or laughter.
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Common phrases
from Pennsylvania
Common mistake
Avoid using this term in any formal or professional setting, as the vulgar meaning is far more common in daily speech than the geographical one.
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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.



