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Definition
Attractive or appealing, especially of a woman whose appearance makes people want to get to know her better.
How it's used
Originating from the idea of a drink being smooth and easy to swallow, this expression specifically refers to a woman who is physically appealing or charming enough to catch someone's eye. It carries a slightly playful and informal tone, often used when men discuss the attractiveness of women among friends. Because it implies a desire to get to know someone better, it is more nuanced than simply calling someone pretty.
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Do not use this to describe men or inanimate objects, as it is strictly reserved for describing the appeal of women. It is also considered somewhat old-fashioned or 'boomer' slang, so younger speakers might find it sounds a bit dated or even slightly objectifying depending on the context.
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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.
