saai3 maa5 laam2晒馬檻晒马槛
Jyutpingsaai3 maa5 laam2
Yalesaai máh láam
Definition
To visit a brothel.
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How it's used
This term is a highly specific and dated piece of underworld or street slang. It carries a strong sense of illicit activity and is rarely used in polite or modern social settings. Using it in casual conversation will likely mark the speaker as someone familiar with older, rougher social circles.
Examples
He always goes to brothels, he really is not behaving himself.
Do you know where there is a brothel?
Related words
Common phrases
to go to a brothel
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general terms for visiting entertainment venues, as it specifically refers to the sex industry. It is not a neutral or descriptive term and should be avoided in professional or respectful contexts.
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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.
