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Definition
A condom.
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How it's used
This term is a vulgar, slang-heavy way to refer to a condom. It combines a crude term for male genitalia with the word for a hat or cover. Because of its offensive nature, it is strictly reserved for informal, private conversations among peers and should never be used in professional or polite settings.
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go3個goExamples
Remember to wear a condom, don't play with fire.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a neutral term because it is common in casual speech, but using it in front of strangers or in public will be perceived as highly inappropriate or rude.
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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.
