cau3 jau6臭鼬
Jyutpingcau3 jau6
Yalechau yauh
Definition
Skunk; a small black and white striped mammal that releases a foul-smelling liquid when threatened.
neutralanimals
How it's used
Refers specifically to the North American animal known for its defensive scent spray. Because this animal is not native to Hong Kong, it is almost exclusively discussed in the context of cartoons, documentaries, or international travel. It is rarely used in daily life unless describing a specific character or an encounter abroad.
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Common phrases
skunk spray
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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.
