laan5 fan3 zyu1懶瞓豬懒瞓猪
Jyutpinglaan5 fan3 zyu1
Yaleláahn fan jyū
Definition
A sleepyhead; someone who loves to sleep.
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How it's used
Used primarily as a playful or affectionate nickname for someone who enjoys sleeping late or struggles to wake up. It carries a lighthearted, teasing tone rather than a harsh criticism of laziness. Parents often use it with children, or partners use it with each other to gently nudge someone out of bed.
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zek3隻jekExamples
Get up, sleepyhead, the sun is hitting your bottom.
Related words
Common phrases
Wake up, sleepyhead
Common mistake
Avoid using this in professional or formal settings, as it is strictly colloquial and can sound overly familiar or childish. It is not a general term for someone who is lazy in their work or life, but specifically refers to someone who loves to sleep.
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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.
