cau3 gau1臭鳩臭鸠
Jyutpingcau3 gau1
Yalechau gāu
Definition
An annoying person; a pest; a jerk.
slangpeoplevulgar
How it's used
This term is a highly offensive and vulgar insult that carries a strong sense of contempt. It is essentially a gendered slur that equates a person to a body part, making it far more aggressive than general insults like 蠢材 or 混蛋. Using this in any professional or public setting will be perceived as extremely hostile and crude.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
That annoying pest is causing trouble again.
Related words
Common phrases
a total jerk
Common mistake
Learners often underestimate the severity of this word. It is not a playful tease and should never be used toward someone you do not know well or in a casual social setting where you want to maintain a polite reputation.
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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.
