gau2 sat1狗虱

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Definition

Dog louse.

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How it's used

Refers specifically to the small parasites found on dogs, but is also frequently used as a derogatory term for someone who is annoying, persistent, or acts like a sycophant. When used metaphorically, it implies the person is clinging to someone else in a way that is bothersome or pathetic.

Measure word

zek3隻jek

Examples

zek3隻gau2狗san1身soeng6上jau5有hou2好do1多gau2狗aa4呀。

There are many dog lice on the dog.

nei5你bong1幫zek3隻gau2狗cung1沖loeng4涼go2嗰zan6陣jau5有mou5冇gin3見dou2到gau2狗？

Did you see any dog lice when you were bathing the dog?

Common phrases

saang1生gau2狗

to have dog lice

zuk1捉gau2狗

to catch dog lice

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 蚤, which refers to fleas. While both are pests found on animals, 狗虱 is specifically a louse, whereas 蚤 is the more common term for the jumping insects that bite humans and pets alike.