saat3 sau2殺手杀手
Jyutpingsaat3 sau2
Yalesaat sáu
Definition
A killer or professional hitman; or a person exceptionally popular with a specific group.
- killer; hitman; person hired to kill
- figurativea person, such as a pop star or actor, who is extremely popular with a specific group
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How it's used
Beyond the literal meaning of a professional assassin, this term is frequently used metaphorically to describe someone who is exceptionally charming or popular with a specific demographic. Calling someone a 師奶殺手 implies they are a magnet for middle-aged housewives, often used for celebrities or charismatic men. It carries a playful, slightly hyperbolic tone when used in this non-violent context.
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The killer in that movie is so cold-blooded.
He is practically a heartthrob among middle-aged women.
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Common phrases
professional hitman
a man who is very popular with middle-aged women
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe a murderer in a general sense, as it specifically implies a professional or someone who is particularly skilled at 'killing' the competition or capturing hearts.
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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.
