m4 paa3 cau2唔怕醜唔怕丑
Jyutpingm4 paa3 cau2
Yalem̀h pa cháu
Definition
To have no sense of shame; to act shamelessly or not feel embarrassed.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This phrase is often used to criticize someone who lacks a sense of propriety or social embarrassment. It carries a strong tone of disapproval and is frequently used when someone behaves in a way that others find socially unacceptable or brazen. Unlike formal terms for shamelessness, this is a direct, colloquial way to call out someone's lack of self-awareness.
Examples
He did something wrong but shows no shame, and is even smiling.
You are a grown adult, aren't you ashamed to ask your mom for money?
Related words
Common phrases
really shameless
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 怕醜, which means shy or timid. Adding the negative 唔 completely flips the meaning from being shy to being brazen or shameless.
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