hei2 seoi2起水
Jyutpinghei2 seoi2
Yalehéi séui
Definition
A sow in heat; a pig in oestrus.
colloquialanimals
How it's used
Primarily used by farmers and those in the livestock industry to describe the reproductive cycle of female pigs. While it is technically slang, it is the standard, functional term within that specific professional context rather than a derogatory or vulgar expression.
Examples
The pig seems to be in heat, it keeps squealing.
Related words
Common phrases
the pig is in heat
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the phrase 起水 meaning to draw water or to emerge from water, which is common in construction or general contexts.
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Grammar guides
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