ngaau5 lou5 jyun5咬老軟咬老软
Jyutpingngaau5 lou5 jyun5
Yalengáauh lóuh yúhn
Definition
Of a man, to live off the earnings of his female partner.
colloquialpeoplemoney
How it's used
This expression carries a strong sense of social stigma and is used to mock men who are financially dependent on their female partners. It is a more colorful and slightly more aggressive variation of the common phrase 食軟飯. The term implies a lack of ambition and personal dignity, making it unsuitable for polite or formal conversation.
Examples
He never works and only knows how to live off his girlfriend.
Do you really think he is that rich? He is just living off his partner.
Related words
Common phrases
specializing in living off a woman
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being supported by family, as it specifically refers to a romantic partner. Using this term in front of the person described is highly offensive and will likely lead to a confrontation.
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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.
