dou6 gu1道姑
Jyutpingdou6 gu1
Yaledouh gū
Definition
A Taoist nun, or a female drug addict.
- Taoist nun
- slangfemale drug addict
colloquialpeopleslang
How it's used
The term carries a sharp duality between its literal religious meaning and its derogatory slang usage. When used to describe a drug addict, it specifically targets women and is considered highly offensive and stigmatizing. In religious contexts, it is a formal title, but in street slang, it is a cruel label used to mock someone's appearance or habits.
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go3個goExamples
She used to be a Taoist nun, but later returned to secular life.
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Common phrases
a former Taoist nun who has returned to secular life
Common mistake
Do not use this word to refer to a female drug addict in polite company, as it is a harsh slur. If you are referring to a religious practitioner, ensure the context is clear to avoid being misunderstood as insulting someone.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
