lou5 can3 dai2老襯底老衬底
Jyutpinglou5 can3 dai2
Yalelóuh chan dái
Definition
A fool; a naive, gullible person who is easily deceived.
colloquialpeopleslang
How it's used
Carries a strong sense of pity mixed with frustration, describing someone who is perpetually gullible or easily taken advantage of. It often implies that the person has a personality flaw that makes them a target for scammers or manipulative friends. Unlike general terms for stupid, this specifically highlights the act of being played or used by others.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
Don't be so foolish and act like a sucker who gets scammed.
He is always acting like a fool; it's really frustrating dealing with him.
Related words
Common phrases
to act like a sucker
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being stupid or unintelligent. The term specifically focuses on the social vulnerability of being a pushover or a victim of deception.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- 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.
- In 30 secondsThe whole language at a glance. No tenses, no plurals, six tones, sentence particles. Read this before you dive into any specific topic.
- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
