gou1羔
Jyutpinggou1
Yalegōu
Definition
Young; a young animal.
neutralanimals
How it's used
This character is almost exclusively used in formal or literary compounds rather than as a standalone adjective in daily speech. While it denotes youth, it is restricted to specific animal contexts like lambs. You will rarely hear it used to describe human children or other young creatures in casual conversation.
Examples
The lamb is so cute.
Related words
Common phrases
lamb
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe young people or children, as it sounds unnatural and overly poetic. Use 細路 or 幼小 instead for general contexts.
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Grammar guides
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