paau3炮
Jyutpingpaau3
Yalepaau
Definition
An act of lovemaking or sexual intercourse.
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How it's used
Using this term carries a very strong, often crude, sexual connotation that is strictly reserved for casual, intimate, or vulgar conversation. It functions similarly to the English slang "hook up" or "bang" but is more explicit in its focus on the physical act itself. It is rarely used in polite company or formal settings.
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paau3炮pauExamples
Where did they go to have sex last night?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of "cannon" or "firecracker" when used in a sexual context. Using it in a sentence without proper social context can sound highly offensive or disrespectful to the person being discussed.
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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.
