fei4 joeng4肥羊
Jyutpingfei4 joeng4
Yalefèih yèuhng
Definition
An attractive and easy mark; someone ripe for being swindled or exploited for money.
colloquialpeoplemoney
How it's used
Refers specifically to a person who is perceived as wealthy, naive, or easily manipulated, making them a prime target for scams or overcharging. It carries a cynical tone and is frequently used in contexts involving retail, tourism, or investment schemes. The imagery implies the person is being fattened up before being slaughtered for profit.
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zek3隻jekExamples
He always treats tourists like easy marks, ripping them off completely.
Don't be a sucker and let people cheat you out of your money.
Related words
Common phrases
to fleece an easy mark
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply overweight, as that would be highly offensive; it is strictly a metaphorical term for a victim of exploitation.
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