faan1 syu2 / syu4 tau4番薯頭番薯头
Jyutpingfaan1 syu2 / syu4 tau4
Yalefāan syú / syùh tàuh
Definition
An idiot, fool, or simpleton.
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How it's used
Carries a lighthearted or teasing tone rather than being a harsh insult. It implies someone is slow to react or lacks common sense, similar to calling someone a dork or a dummy. It is often used among friends to poke fun at someone for a silly mistake.
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Common phrases
looking like a total idiot
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone with a serious intellectual disability, as it is strictly for playful teasing about minor foolishness or social awkwardness.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
