fu6 maa5駙馬驸马
Jyutpingfu6 maa5
Yalefuh máh
Definition
The husband of a princess; an emperor's son-in-law.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the husband of a princess in a historical or imperial context. In modern Hong Kong slang, it is often used sarcastically to describe a man who is overly submissive to his girlfriend or wife, implying he is being controlled or pampered by her.
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He is like a princess's husband, always having to accompany the princess.
Did the husbands of princesses in ancient times have to be very powerful?
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Common mistake
Do not use this term to describe a regular husband or son-in-law, as it carries a strong connotation of imperial hierarchy or, in modern usage, a humorous jab at a man's lack of agency in a relationship.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
