fei1 zai2飛仔飞仔
Jyutpingfei1 zai2
Yalefēi jái
Definition
Rebellious young man, delinquent, or teddy boy.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of disapproval and implies a lack of discipline or a penchant for trouble. While it specifically refers to young men, the term is often used broadly to label any group of youth loitering or behaving in a way that challenges social norms. It is a dated term that reflects the social anxieties of mid-twentieth century Hong Kong.
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go3個goExamples
That group of rebellious youths is making a racket in the park again.
You really should not hang out with those troublemakers.
Related words
Common phrases
a whole group of troublemakers
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe any young man who is simply energetic or active, as it carries a negative connotation of delinquency. It is not a neutral term for a teenager.
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