bo1 laa3波罅
Jyutpingbo1 laa3
Yalebō la
Definition
Cleavage; the cleft between a woman's breasts.
colloquialbodyslang
How it's used
This term is strictly colloquial and carries a blunt, often objectifying tone. It is used to describe the visible space between breasts, usually when revealed by clothing. Avoid using it in professional or polite social settings as it can be considered offensive or overly familiar.
Examples
Her top has a very low neckline, you can see her cleavage.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the word 罅 which simply means a crack or gap in an object. Using it to describe a physical gap in a wall or floor is fine, but applying it to a person's body is highly specific and carries a sexual connotation.
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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.
