kam4 sau3 bat1 jyu4禽獸不如禽兽不如
Jyutpingkam4 sau3 bat1 jyu4
Yalekàhm sau bāt yùh
Definition
Worse than a beast; to behave in an extremely immoral, cruel, or depraved manner.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This expression carries a very strong moral condemnation, often used when someone commits an act that violates basic human decency or harms the vulnerable. It is significantly more severe than calling someone a bad person, as it implies the individual has abandoned all sense of morality and empathy. Because of its intensity, it is typically reserved for extreme situations like betrayal, abuse, or cruelty.
Examples
He did such things, he is truly worse than a beast.
You even cheat your own family, you are simply worse than a beast.
Related words
Common phrases
simply worse than a beast
Common mistake
Avoid using this phrase in casual arguments or minor disagreements, as it is a heavy insult that can permanently damage relationships. It is not meant to be used lightly or jokingly.
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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.
