gou1 joeng4羔羊
Jyutpinggou1 joeng4
Yalegōu yèuhng
Definition
Lamb; a young sheep, typically known for being gentle and docile.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a young sheep, but is rarely used in everyday conversation to describe the animal itself. It appears most frequently in metaphorical contexts, such as describing someone who is innocent, naive, or vulnerable to being taken advantage of by others.
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zek3隻jekExamples
There are a few cute lambs on the grass.
Related words
Common phrases
lost lamb
Common mistake
Avoid using this word when talking about food, as it sounds overly literary or poetic. Use 羊肉 for lamb meat instead.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
