maau1 dau3貓竇猫窦
Jyutpingmaau1 dau3
Yalemāau dau
Definition
A cat bed or cat basket.
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How it's used
Originally a slang term for a secret hideout or a place where someone spends a lot of time, it has been repurposed in modern pet culture to refer specifically to a cat's bed or den. It carries a cozy, slightly affectionate connotation, implying a space where the cat feels secure and tucked away. Using it for other animals is rare and might sound humorous or intentionally cute.
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The cat loves hiding in its cat bed to sleep.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a cat's carrier or cage, as those are usually called 貓籠. A 貓竇 specifically refers to a soft, comfortable space intended for resting.
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Grammar guides
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