haau4 si1 dan3 duk1姣屍燉篤姣尸炖笃
Jyutpinghaau4 si1 dan3 duk1
Yalehàauh sī dan dūk
Definition
Flirtatious, seductive, or coquettish behavior of a woman.
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How it's used
This idiom is a highly derogatory and gendered term used exclusively to criticize women for being overtly sexual or provocative. It paints a picture of someone who is physically posturing to attract attention, often implying a lack of self-respect or decency. Because of its strong negative connotation, it is considered offensive and should be avoided in polite or professional settings.
Examples
She is always acting so flirtatious, it is really unbearable.
Related words
Common phrases
in a flirtatious manner
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general term for being 'charming' or 'attractive', but it is strictly an insult. Using it to describe someone you like or even a neutral acquaintance will be interpreted as a severe personal attack.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
