ngau1 ji6 sou2勾義嫂勾义嫂
Jyutpingngau1 ji6 sou2
Yalengāu yih sóu
Definition
To seduce the wife or female partner of a friend.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of moral condemnation, as it specifically targets the violation of the 'brotherhood' or 'friendship' code. It is almost exclusively used to describe a man betraying a male friend by pursuing his girlfriend or wife. The term is highly offensive and implies a deep personal betrayal rather than just a romantic affair.
Examples
He actually seduced his friend's partner, he has no loyalty at all.
Related words
Common phrases
the act of seducing a friend's partner
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a simple affair or general infidelity. It specifically requires the context of a betrayal between friends, making it a very serious accusation that can easily start a fight.
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