pui3 zung2配種配种
Jyutpingpui3 zung2
Yalepui júng
Definition
To breed; to mate animals for the purpose of reproduction.
neutralanimalsdaily actions
How it's used
This term is strictly reserved for animals and carries a technical or agricultural connotation. It is not used for human reproduction, where it would sound dehumanizing and offensive. When discussing pets, people often use the more casual phrase 生仔 to refer to the act of giving birth or breeding in a general sense.
Examples
Are you planning to breed your cat?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe human relationships or reproduction, as it implies a clinical, livestock-like approach that is highly insulting.
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