maa1 fe1嗎啡吗啡
Jyutpingmaa1 fe1
Yalemā fē
Definition
Morphine; an opioid pain medication that is also highly addictive.
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How it's used
Medical professionals in Hong Kong use this term primarily in clinical contexts for pain management. Outside of hospitals, it is almost exclusively discussed in the context of drug abuse or addiction. It carries a heavy, serious tone and is never used casually.
Examples
The doctor said this medicine contains morphine.
Is morphine really that easy to get addicted to?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with other painkillers like 必理痛, but it is a controlled substance with severe legal and health implications, not a common over-the-counter drug.
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