cou1 je5粗野
Jyutpingcou1 je5
Yalechōu yéh
Definition
Crude, rough, or barbaric in speech or behavior; unsophisticated.
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How it's used
Describes behavior or speech that lacks refinement and social grace. It often implies a lack of education or a disregard for social norms, making it a strong criticism of someone's character or conduct. While it can apply to physical actions, it is most frequently used to describe someone who is loud, aggressive, or uses vulgar language.
Examples
He speaks so crudely, he really has no manners.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 粗魯, which specifically refers to being physically rough or clumsy. While 粗野 focuses on the lack of sophistication and social manners, 粗魯 often describes a lack of physical gentleness.
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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.
