sau3 juk6獸慾兽欲
Jyutpingsau3 juk6
Yalesau yuhk
Definition
Beastly, animalistic, or primal desire.
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How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used to describe intense, primal sexual urges that lack human restraint. It carries a strong negative connotation, implying that the person is acting on instinct rather than reason. It is often found in dramatic contexts, such as crime reports or intense fictional narratives.
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gu2股gúExamples
His eyes were full of animalistic desire at that moment.
Why are you looking at me with such beastly desire?
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Common phrases
full of animalistic desire
suppress animalistic desire
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe general hunger or ambition, as it specifically refers to sexual or predatory drives. Using it in a casual or lighthearted context will sound overly dramatic or even offensive.
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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.
