o1 niu6痾尿疴尿
Jyutpingo1 niu6
Yaleō niuh
Definition
To urinate; to pee.
colloquialbodydaily actions
How it's used
This term is the standard colloquial way to refer to the act of urinating. While it is perfectly acceptable in casual conversation among friends or family, it is considered crude or vulgar in formal settings or when speaking to strangers. Use the more polite expression 去洗手間 if you want to avoid sounding blunt.
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Do not use this word in professional or formal environments as it is blunt and lacks the politeness of standard euphemisms for bodily functions.
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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.
