gou1 lou2高佬
Jyutpinggou1 lou2
Yalegōu lóu
Definition
A tall man, often used as a nickname or form of address.
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How it's used
Using this term is a common way to address or describe someone who is noticeably taller than average. It carries a casual, friendly, or sometimes teasing tone depending on the relationship between the speakers. While it is not inherently offensive, it should be used with people you know well rather than strangers to avoid sounding rude.
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go3個goExamples
That tall guy is always playing basketball at the court.
Related words
Common phrases
just one tall guy
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a woman, as it specifically refers to a man. For a tall woman, you would simply use the adjective 高 instead of this noun phrase.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
