kau1 neoi2溝女沟女
Jyutpingkau1 neoi2
Yalekāu néui
Definition
To pick up girls; to court or woo a woman.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
This term is strictly reserved for men pursuing women and carries a slightly informal or laddish connotation. It focuses on the process of chasing or flirting rather than the formal act of dating. Using it in a professional or formal setting can sound disrespectful or overly casual.
Examples
He goes to Lan Kwai Fong to pick up girls all the time.
Related words
Common phrases
a master at picking up girls
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a woman pursuing a man, as it is gender-specific. For a more neutral or formal way to describe dating, use 拍拖 instead.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
