leng1 mui6僆妹
Jyutpingleng1 mui6
Yalelēng muih
Definition
Young girl; teenage girl, often used with a slightly derogatory or condescending tone.
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How it's used
Carries a dismissive or derogatory tone when referring to young girls or teenagers. It implies a lack of maturity, experience, or proper conduct. Use it only when you want to sound critical or condescending toward someone's youth.
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go3個goExamples
That young girl is always shouting loudly in the street.
Don't pay attention to those young girls, they don't know how to think properly.
Related words
Common phrases
damn bratty girl
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a young girl in a neutral or positive context, as it will sound rude or insulting. Use 女仔 instead for a neutral reference.
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Grammar guides
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