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Yalenéuih yán yìhng
Definition
An effeminate man, or a man who dresses or behaves in a feminine manner.
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How it's used
This term describes a specific aesthetic or behavioral style rather than sexual orientation. It is often used to describe men who adopt feminine mannerisms, clothing, or makeup, sometimes for performance or personal expression. While it can be used descriptively, it can also carry a judgmental or mocking tone depending on the context and the speaker's intent.
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He likes to dress femininely usually, and his personality is very gentle.
Why are you acting so feminine? It's very strange.
Related words
Common phrases
to act or dress in a feminine way
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with terms for transgender individuals, as it specifically refers to the act of dressing or behaving in a feminine way rather than identifying as a woman. Using it to label someone can be perceived as offensive or derogatory if the person does not identify with the description.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
