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Yalegwāt néuih
Definition
A young woman who works as a masseuse in a massage parlour.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to female workers in massage parlours, often implying a more casual or informal setting rather than a high end spa. The term carries a slightly objectifying tone, as it focuses on the worker's gender and youth rather than their professional title. It is best avoided in formal or professional contexts where terms like 按摩師 are preferred.
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go3個goExamples
That massage parlour hired a few new masseuses.
Do you know where there are young masseuses working?
Related words
Common phrases
masseuse service
Common mistake
Using this term in front of the massage therapist herself can be considered rude or disrespectful, as it reduces her profession to a label based on gender and age.
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Grammar guides
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