sau6 tau4壽頭寿头
Jyutpingsau6 tau4
Yalesauh tàuh
Definition
A blockhead, dullard, nitwit, or moron.
colloquialpeopleslang
How it's used
Carries a slightly playful or mocking tone rather than being purely aggressive or hateful. It is frequently used among friends to tease someone for making a silly mistake or showing a lack of common sense. Unlike more severe insults, it often implies the person is being dim-witted in the moment rather than inherently stupid.
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Why are you acting like such a moron?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in professional or formal settings, as it is strictly colloquial and can be perceived as rude or condescending. It is specifically a noun for a person, so do not use it to describe an object or a situation.
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Grammar guides
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