po4 naa2婆乸
Jyutpingpo4 naa2
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Definition
An older, overbearing woman, or a petty, outdated person.
- slangmiddle-aged or elderly woman who is fierce, robust, or loud-mouthed
- figurativea petty, small-minded, conservative, or outdated person or thing
colloquialpeopleslang
How it's used
This term carries a strong derogatory tone and is used to describe women who are perceived as loud, aggressive, or overly meddlesome. Beyond describing a person, it is frequently used as an adjective to criticize behavior that is seen as petty, overly cautious, or lacking in broad-mindedness. It is considered quite rude and should be avoided in polite company.
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Those gossiping women are back at it again.
Don't be so petty and indecisive, can you just be more direct?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 婆婆, which is a respectful term for an elderly woman. Using 婆乸 to address someone directly is a major insult and will likely cause significant offense.
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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.
