but6 but6勃勃
Jyutpingbut6 but6
Yalebuht buht
Definition
To poo; to defecate.
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How it's used
This is a classic example of baby talk used by parents and caregivers to avoid the more blunt term 屙屎. It carries a cute, affectionate tone and is strictly reserved for interactions with infants or very young children. Using this word with adults or in formal settings would be highly inappropriate and sound bizarre.
Examples
Does the baby want to go poo?
He just finished pooing, it smells so bad.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literary word 勃勃 found in expressions like 生機勃勃, which means vigorous or lively. They are completely unrelated in meaning and context.
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Grammar guides
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