naam4 neoi5 lou5 siu3男女老少
Jyutpingnaam4 neoi5 lou5 siu3
Yalenàahm néuih lóuh siu
Definition
People of all ages and both sexes; everyone.
neutralpeople
How it's used
This idiom is used to emphasize inclusivity, suggesting that something is universally appealing or applicable regardless of age or gender. It often appears in marketing or when describing public spaces and events that cater to the whole community. It carries a slightly formal or literary tone compared to more casual phrases like 所有人.
Examples
People of all ages and both sexes love going to this park.
Related words
Common phrases
everyone likes it
suitable for everyone
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
