dai1 zuk6低俗
Jyutpingdai1 zuk6
Yaledāi juhk
Definition
Vulgar, lowbrow, or cheap; lacking in taste or refinement.
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How it's used
Describes content or behavior that lacks refinement and appeals to base instincts. It is frequently used to criticize entertainment, such as movies or comedy routines, that relies on crude humor or sexual innuendo to get a reaction. Unlike more aggressive insults, it specifically highlights a lack of class or sophistication.
Examples
His jokes are so vulgar, they really aren't funny.
Do you think this movie is really vulgar?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 粗口, which refers specifically to profanity or swear words. While something low and vulgar might contain profanity, the term itself focuses on the cheap or tasteless nature of the content rather than the presence of specific bad words.
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Grammar guides
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