sau3 gwat1 sin1瘦骨仙
Jyutpingsau3 gwat1 sin1
Yalesau gwāt sīn
Definition
Someone who is extremely thin, described as being all skin and bones.
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How it's used
This term carries a slightly teasing or descriptive tone, often used to describe someone who is naturally very thin or frail. It is more vivid than simply saying someone is 瘦, as it emphasizes a lack of muscle or fat that makes the person look bony. It is commonly used among friends or family rather than in formal settings.
Examples
He is all skin and bone, he should eat more.
Related words
Common phrases
looking like skin and bone
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is fit or athletic, as it specifically implies a lack of substance or unhealthy thinness. It is not a compliment.
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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.
