ce2 pei4 tiu2扯皮條扯皮条
Jyutpingce2 pei4 tiu2
Yaleché pèih tíu
Definition
To pimp; to make a living by controlling sex workers.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong derogatory and criminal connotation, describing someone who exploits sex workers for financial gain. It is rarely used in polite conversation and is strictly reserved for describing illicit activities or criminal underworld figures. Using this word implies a moral judgment against the person being described.
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That guy specializes in pimping in the back alley.
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Common phrases
to work as a pimp
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin term 扯皮, which means to argue or pass the buck. In Cantonese, 扯皮條 is specifically related to the sex trade and has no meaning related to general arguments or bureaucratic delays.
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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.
