sau6 tau4 sau6 nou5壽頭壽腦寿头寿脑
Jyutpingsau6 tau4 sau6 nou5
Yalesauh tàuh sauh nóuh
Definition
Foolish; silly, naive, and easily cheated.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a slightly derogatory tone, implying that the person is not just foolish but also lacks worldly experience or street smarts. It is often used by older generations to describe someone who is easily manipulated or slow to react to social cues. While it sounds humorous, it can be quite offensive if used to describe someone who is genuinely trying their best.
Examples
He is always so silly and naive, he gets cheated easily.
Don't be such a silly pushover, can you be a bit sharper?
Related words
Common phrases
in a silly and naive manner
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a simple adjective like stupid, but it specifically highlights a lack of experience and a tendency to be gullible. It is not used to describe someone with a low IQ, but rather someone who is socially naive.
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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.
