gai1 naa2 dau3雞乸竇鸡乸窦

Jyutpinggai1 naa2 dau3

Yalegāi ná dau

Definition

Messy, unkempt, or disheveled hair.

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How it's used

Literally referring to a hen's nest, this expression captures the image of hair that is tangled, unkempt, and sticking out in all directions. It is a vivid, humorous way to describe someone who has just rolled out of bed or neglected their appearance. While it is informal, it is widely understood and carries a playful, slightly teasing tone.

Examples

nei5你hei2起san1身go3個tau4頭hou2好ci5似gai1雞naa2乸dau3竇gam3咁aa4呀。

Your hair looks like a bird's nest when you wake up.

keoi5佢go3個tau4頭lyun6亂dou3到gai1雞naa2乸dau3竇gam3咁，faai3快di1啲heoi3去so1梳tau4頭laa1啦。

Her hair is as messy as a bird's nest, go comb it quickly.

Common phrases

go3個tau4頭ci5似gai1雞naa2乸dau3竇

hair looks like a bird's nest

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe a messy room or a disorganized desk, as it is strictly reserved for describing hair. For a messy room, use 亂過亂世佳人 or simply 亂七八糟 instead.