jau4 ping4 zi2油瓶仔
Jyutpingjau4 ping4 zi2
Yaleyàuh pìhng jí
Definition
A stepson who moves with his mother when she remarries.
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How it's used
Carries a strong derogatory tone, implying that the child is an unwanted burden or an extra mouth to feed in a new family. It specifically refers to a child brought into a new marriage by the mother, reflecting traditional patriarchal views where such children were seen as outsiders. Using this term is considered highly offensive and rude, as it reduces a person to a mere accessory or baggage.
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His mother remarried and brought along her son from a previous marriage.
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Common mistake
Do not use this term to describe any stepchild neutrally, as it is strictly an insult. It is not a synonym for stepson in a legal or formal sense, but rather a label used to demean someone's status in a blended family.
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