bou2 mou5鴇母鸨母
Jyutpingbou2 mou5
Yalebóu móuh
Definition
Brothel madam; a female manager or owner of a brothel.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a woman who manages a brothel, often implying a negative or derogatory tone. While it is the formal term for the role, it is rarely used in polite conversation because it carries a strong sense of moral judgment. Most people prefer to use the more common and equally disparaging term 龜婆 when speaking about this profession.
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go3個goExamples
The madam of that place is very fierce.
Related words
Common phrases
to work as a madam
Common mistake
Avoid using this term in any professional or polite context, as it is highly offensive and carries a heavy social stigma. It is not a neutral job title and should be treated as a slur.
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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.
