lou5 syu2 fo3老鼠貨老鼠货
Jyutpinglou5 syu2 fo3
Yalelóuh syú fo
Definition
Stolen goods; hot goods.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to goods that have been pilfered from warehouses, shipping containers, or retail stock before they reach the shelves. It carries a strong connotation of illicit origin and often implies that the items are sold at a suspiciously low price. The term is widely understood in local markets and street-level commerce.
Examples
These are stolen goods, don't buy them.
How do you know this phone is stolen?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general counterfeit goods, which are usually called 冒牌貨. 老鼠貨 implies the item itself is genuine but was obtained through theft, whereas 冒牌貨 refers to fake or imitation products.
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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.
