sau6 sing1 neoi2壽星女寿星女

Jyutpingsau6 sing1 neoi2

Yalesauh sīng néui

Definition

The birthday girl.

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How it's used

This term is used exclusively for a female celebrating her birthday, often in a social or party setting. It carries a lighthearted and celebratory tone, making it perfect for toasts or when addressing the person of honor directly. While it literally translates to birthday star, it is never used for men, who are referred to as 壽星仔.

Measure word

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Examples

gam1今jat6日sau6壽sing1星neoi2女soeng2想sik6食me1咩aa3呀？

What does the birthday girl want to eat today?

keoi5佢hai6係gam1今maan5晚ge3嘅sau6壽sing1星neoi2女，daai6大gaa1家faai3快di1啲zuk1祝keoi5佢saang1生jat6日faai3快lok6樂。

She is tonight's birthday girl, everyone hurry and wish her a happy birthday.

Common phrases

sau6壽sing1星neoi2女daai6大saai3晒

The birthday girl is the boss today

Common mistake

Do not use this for a birthday boy, as it is gendered. Also, avoid using it in formal or professional settings, as it is strictly a casual term for social gatherings.