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Definition
Male genitalia; penis.
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How it's used
This term is a clinical or formal euphemism that sounds detached and scientific rather than casual. It is rarely used in everyday conversation because it carries a stiff, academic tone that can sound awkward or overly clinical in social settings. Most people prefer using more direct slang or neutral anatomical terms depending on the context.
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He always makes jokes about his penis, it is very vulgar.
Did the doctor mention any issues with the penis during the examination?
Related words
Common phrases
penile erection
Common mistake
Using this word in a casual or intimate setting will sound extremely unnatural and may come across as cold or pretentious. It is strictly reserved for medical, legal, or formal educational contexts.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
