maau1 neoi5貓女猫女
Jyutpingmaau1 neoi5
Yalemāau néuih
Definition
Female kitten or a baby female cat.
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How it's used
Adding 貓女 is the standard way to specify the gender of a cat in Cantonese, following the pattern of using 仔 for males and 女 for females. While it literally translates to female kitten, it is often used for adult female cats as well to distinguish them from 貓仔. It carries a slightly more affectionate tone than just saying 貓.
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Common phrases
adopt a female kitten
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the English term Catwoman, which is sometimes transliterated or translated as 貓女 in pop culture contexts. Context usually makes it clear whether you are talking about a pet or a comic book character.
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