paai4 gwat1 zai2排骨仔
Jyutpingpaai4 gwat1 zai2
Yalepàaih gwāt jái
Definition
A very skinny man.
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How it's used
This term is used specifically to describe a man who is extremely thin, often implying he looks frail or bony. While it can be used in a teasing or playful way among friends, it can also sound quite rude or judgmental depending on the tone and context. It is rarely used to describe women, for whom other terms like 瘦骨仙 are more common.
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Common phrases
as skinny as a rail
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a literal piece of pork rib, which is simply 排骨. Adding the 仔 suffix changes the meaning entirely to refer to a person's physical appearance.
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
