leng1 mui1𡃁妹
Jyutpingleng1 mui1
Yalelēng mūi
Definition
Young girl; young female.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly informal or patronizing tone depending on the context. While it can be used affectionately to refer to a young girl, it can also sound dismissive or belittling if used to address a young woman in a professional or serious setting. It is essentially the female counterpart to 𡃁仔.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this term to address a young woman you do not know well, as it can be perceived as rude or condescending. Stick to using it for children or teenagers when the context is casual.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
