ji6 naai zai2二奶仔
Definition
The son of a concubine or mistress; by extension, someone who is discriminated against or marginalized.
- the son of a concubine or mistress
- figurativea person who is marginalized, discriminated against, or looked down upon
How it's used
Originally referring to the child of a concubine, this term has evolved into a common metaphor for anyone who feels marginalized or treated as inferior within a group. It carries a strong sense of resentment and social hierarchy, implying that the person is being denied fair treatment or resources compared to others. It is frequently used in workplace contexts to describe employees who feel overlooked by management.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 二奶, which specifically refers to a mistress. Using 二奶仔 to describe a mistress is incorrect and will cause confusion, as the suffix 仔 clearly marks it as a noun for a person or child in this specific social context.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
