sau1 gau1 pei4收鳩皮收鸠皮
Jyutpingsau1 gau1 pei4
Yalesāu gāu pèih
Definition
To shut up or fuck off.
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How it's used
This is an extremely aggressive and vulgar expression that carries a strong sense of hostility. It is used to command someone to stop talking, leave, or cease their current behavior. Because it contains the profanity 鳩, it should be avoided in any professional or polite social setting.
Examples
Related words
Common phrases
to tell someone to fuck off
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a standard way to say be quiet, but it is highly offensive and can easily lead to physical confrontation. It is not a casual way to tell someone to stop talking.
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Grammar guides
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