haau4 po4 jyu6 zoek6 zi1 fan2 haak3姣婆遇著脂粉客姣婆遇着脂粉客
Definition
Two people of the same kind meeting each other, especially a flirtatious woman and a promiscuous man.
- a flirtatious woman meeting a promiscuous man
- figurativetwo of a kind coming together; two people of the same temperament meeting
How it's used
This idiom describes a situation where two people with similar promiscuous or flirtatious tendencies find each other, often implying a mutual attraction that is immediate and inevitable. It carries a slightly judgmental or gossipy tone, as it is rarely used to describe a healthy or serious relationship. The imagery relies on the traditional archetype of a flirtatious woman and a man who is obsessed with superficial vanity.
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Do not use this phrase to describe a genuine or respectful romantic connection, as it specifically highlights superficiality and sexual promiscuity. It is considered quite blunt and potentially offensive if used to describe someone's actual character to their face.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
