gau2 naa2狗乸
Jyutpinggau2 naa2
Yalegáu ná
Definition
Female dog; bitch.
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How it's used
The suffix 乸 is a common way to denote the female of an animal species in Cantonese. While it is perfectly standard for animals, using it to refer to a human female is extremely offensive and derogatory. Stick to using it strictly for non-human creatures to avoid causing serious insult.
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zek3隻jekExamples
That female dog is very well-behaved and won't bark randomly.
Do you know where there are female dogs for adoption?
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Common mistake
Avoid using 乸 when talking about people, as it is a highly sexist slur. Even when referring to animals, some people prefer the more neutral term 母狗 in formal writing or veterinary contexts.
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Grammar guides
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