caak6 zai2賊仔贼仔
Jyutpingcaak6 zai2
Yalechaahk jái
Definition
Thief or burglar; a person who stealthily steals someone else's property.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to someone who steals stealthily rather than through open confrontation. While it carries a negative connotation, it is often used in casual conversation to describe petty criminals or even jokingly to refer to someone who has taken something small without asking. It is distinct from 劫匪, which implies a more violent or aggressive robbery.
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A thief just broke into the house to steal things.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 搶匪, as 賊仔 emphasizes the act of stealing or burglary, whereas 搶匪 specifically implies robbery involving force or threats.
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