gau2 si2 lou2狗屎佬
Jyutpinggau2 si2 lou2
Yalegáu sí lóu
Definition
Bastard, asshole, or an otherwise detestable man.
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How it's used
This term is a highly derogatory and aggressive way to insult someone, carrying a much stronger bite than generic insults. It implies the person is not only detestable but also morally bankrupt or pathetic, similar to calling someone a piece of trash. It is strictly reserved for intense confrontations or when venting extreme anger toward someone you despise.
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go3個goExamples
That bastard is causing trouble again.
Related words
Common phrases
a total bastard
Common mistake
Avoid using this in any professional or polite setting, as it is considered vulgar and can easily escalate a conflict into a physical fight. It is not a playful term, so do not use it with friends unless you are being genuinely hostile.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
