gau2 hai1狗閪
Jyutpinggau2 hai1
Yalegáu hāi
Definition
A severe, vulgar term of abuse for a despicable or detestable person.
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How it's used
This is an extremely offensive and vulgar expletive that functions as a general insult towards a person or a situation. It carries a much stronger intensity than standard profanity and is considered highly derogatory. Using it in professional or public settings will likely cause significant social friction or confrontation.
Examples
That asshole is causing trouble again.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a simple swear word, but it is deeply offensive and should be avoided entirely unless one is fully aware of the social consequences of using such aggressive language.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
