gam1 jyu4 lou2金魚佬金鱼佬
Jyutpinggam1 jyu4 lou2
Yalegām yùh lóu
Definition
A pedophile; a man who abducts or harasses young girls under the pretext of inviting them to see goldfish.
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How it's used
Originating from a specific historical urban legend about men luring children with the promise of showing them goldfish, this term has evolved into a general, highly derogatory label for child molesters or predators. It carries a strong sense of public disgust and serves as a stern warning to children. Using it effectively signals that someone is dangerous and predatory toward minors.
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Mom always tells me to be careful of predators.
That predator is hanging around the park.
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Common phrases
beware of predators
Common mistake
Do not use this term to describe someone who actually keeps or sells goldfish, as it is exclusively a slur for a criminal predator. Using it in a literal sense would cause significant confusion or offense.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
