mui1 deng1妹丁
Jyutpingmui1 deng1
Yalemūi dēng
Definition
Little girl or young daughter.
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How it's used
This term carries a playful, affectionate, and slightly informal tone when referring to a young girl. It is often used by adults to describe a child with a sense of endearment, rather than as a formal descriptor. While it specifically highlights youth, it is not used to address the child directly in the same way one might use a name or nickname.
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Common phrases
tiny little girl
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 妹仔, which historically referred to a domestic servant or maid. Using 妹丁 is strictly for a young girl and lacks the historical baggage of servitude associated with 妹仔.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
