gai3 fu6繼父继父
Jyutpinggai3 fu6
Yalegai fuh
Definition
Stepfather; a mother's husband from a subsequent marriage.
neutralfamilypeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to the husband of one's mother following a divorce or the death of one's biological father. While the term is standard, it is often avoided in direct address in favor of more personal titles like 叔叔 or even just calling him by his name to maintain a closer, less formal dynamic.
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go3個goExamples
He has a poor relationship with his stepfather and rarely talks to him.
Related words
Common phrases
biological father
Common mistake
Avoid using this term when speaking directly to the person, as it can sound cold or overly formal in a family setting.
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