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Yaleō
Definition
To excrete urine or feces.
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How it's used
This verb is strictly colloquial and carries a blunt, visceral tone that is inappropriate in formal or polite settings. While it covers both urination and defecation, it is most frequently paired with specific body parts or conditions to clarify the meaning. Use it only when speaking casually with close friends or family about bodily functions.
Examples
He had a stomach ache and rushed into the bathroom to poop.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word in professional or public contexts, as it is considered vulgar or at least very crude. For polite situations, use the more neutral 排泄 or specific terms like 去廁所.
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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.
