laa5 zaa2藞䕢
Jyutpinglaa5 zaa2
Yaleláh já
Definition
Dirty, filthy, or messy; despicable or underhanded.
- dirty; filthy; messy
- slangdespicable; underhanded; dishonest
colloquialdescriptionspeople
How it's used
Pronounced as laa2 zaa2, this term captures both physical filth and moral corruption. It is a highly expressive, informal way to describe something or someone that is repulsive or untrustworthy. When used for people, it carries a strong sense of contempt rather than just simple dislike.
Examples
Your shirt is so dirty, take it to wash quickly.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin term 邋遢, which shares a similar meaning but is pronounced differently and often written with different characters. Stick to 藞䕢 in Cantonese to sound natural.
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