ciu1 mou4超模
Jyutpingciu1 mou4
Yalechīu mòuh
Definition
Supermodel; a top-tier fashion model.
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How it's used
Shortening words by taking the first character of each component is a common trend in modern Cantonese. While this term is borrowed from English, it fits perfectly into the local habit of abbreviating professional titles for efficiency. It is almost exclusively used in the context of high fashion and global media.
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She has wanted to be a supermodel since she was little.
This supermodel has a great stage presence when walking the runway.
Related words
Common phrases
international supermodel
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the term 模 which is often used in the context of local celebrity models or amateur internet models. Using this term for someone who is not internationally recognized or at the top of the industry can sound sarcastic or overly hyperbolic.
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