cou1 hau2 laan6 sit6粗口爛舌粗口烂舌
Jyutpingcou1 hau2 laan6 sit6
Yalechōu háu laahn siht
Definition
Swearing a lot; speaking very vulgarly and using foul language all the time.
colloquialpeoplecommunication
How it's used
This idiom specifically describes a habitual, unrefined manner of speaking rather than a single instance of using a swear word. It carries a strong negative judgment, implying that the person lacks manners or self-control. It is often used to criticize someone whose speech is consistently peppered with profanity.
Examples
He swears all the time when he talks, it's really unpleasant to hear.
Why are you using such foul language?
Related words
Common phrases
to speak with a foul mouth
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a single swear word or a specific outburst. It is a descriptor for a person's overall character or their habitual way of speaking, not a verb for the act of swearing itself.
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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.
