gun1 jam1 bing1觀音兵观音兵
Jyutpinggun1 jam1 bing1
Yalegūn yām bīng
Definition
A man who willingly acts as a woman's attendant in the hope of winning her heart despite slim chances.
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How it's used
Originating from the Buddhist figure Guan Yin who is surrounded by followers, this term describes a man who provides endless emotional or material support to a woman without receiving romantic reciprocation. It carries a strong sense of pity or mockery, implying the man is being exploited or lacks self-respect. The woman being served is often referred to as the 觀音.
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He is always acting as a simp, it is really pathetic.
Related words
Common phrases
to act as a simp
Common mistake
Do not use this term in formal settings or when speaking to the person directly, as it is highly derogatory and implies the man is pathetic or foolish.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
