cyun3 neoi5串女
Jyutpingcyun3 neoi5
Yalechyun néuih
Definition
Sassy, arrogant, or aggressive girls, often referring to female gangsters who loiter on the streets.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong negative connotation, implying a girl who is rebellious, aggressive, or involved in street-level gang culture. It is specifically gendered and often used by older generations to criticize young women who display defiant behavior or dress in a way associated with street gangs. The word emphasizes an attitude of arrogance or toughness that is perceived as socially undesirable.
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go3個goExamples
Those few street-smart girls are always hanging around the park.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the adjective 串, which means arrogant or cocky. While a 串女 is likely to be 串, the noun specifically refers to a person's social identity or group affiliation rather than just a personality trait.
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