maa1 pou1孖鋪孖铺
Jyutpingmaa1 pou1
Yalemā pōu
Definition
To share a bed; to sleep in the same bed.
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How it's used
Originating from the Cantonese word 孖 meaning twin or paired, this term implies a sense of intimacy or necessity due to limited space. It is commonly used among close friends, siblings, or partners who are comfortable with physical closeness. Unlike formal terms for sharing a bed, this carries a casual, cozy, and sometimes playful tone.
Examples
There is no space at home tonight, let's share a bed.
I used to share a bed with my younger brother all the time when I was little.
Related words
Common phrases
to share a bed with someone
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe sleeping in the same room or same hotel suite, as it specifically refers to sharing the actual bed surface. It is also not appropriate for formal or professional contexts where you would use more neutral language.
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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.
