caang4 gai1 po4傖雞婆伧鸡婆
Jyutpingcaang4 gai1 po4
Yalechàahng gāi pòh
Definition
An aggressive, unreasonable, or bitchy woman.
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How it's used
This term is a highly derogatory and gendered insult used to describe a woman perceived as mean, shrewish, or unpleasant. It carries a strong sense of contempt and is strictly offensive, so it should be avoided in polite or professional settings. The term specifically targets women and is often used to dismiss someone's behavior as irrational or malicious.
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That bitchy woman is acting crazy again.
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Common phrases
a crazy bitchy woman
Common mistake
Learners should be extremely cautious as this is a vulgar insult. Using it can easily lead to serious social conflict or physical confrontation, as it is far more aggressive than simply calling someone rude.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
