leng1 zai2僆仔

Jyutpingleng1 zai2

Yalelēng jái

Definition

An inexperienced young man, boy, or teenager.

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How it's used

This term carries a dismissive or condescending tone, often implying that the person is not only young but also lacks maturity or social standing. It is frequently used by older people to describe teenagers or young men who are perceived as acting cocky or naive. Because it can sound quite rude or belittling, it should be avoided in formal settings or when speaking to someone you do not know well.

Measure word

go3個go

Examples

go2嗰go3個leng1僆zai2仔seng4成jat6日喺hai2街gaai1邊bin1玩waan2電din6話。

That young kid is always playing on his phone on the street.

nei5你mai1咪lei5理go2嗰di1啲leng1僆zai2仔gong2講mat1乜laa1啦。

Don't pay attention to what those inexperienced kids say.

Common phrases

sei2死leng1僆zai2仔

damn brat

Common mistake

Do not use this word to describe a child who is very young, as it specifically targets the adolescent or young adult age range. It is also exclusively used for males, so it would be incorrect to use it for a female.