sei2 lou2死佬
Jyutpingsei2 lou2
Yaleséi lóu
Definition
An abusive term for a middle-aged man, or an affectionate nickname for a husband or boyfriend.
- a jerk, bastard, or douchebag; a generic insult for a man
- an affectionate term of address for one's husband or boyfriend
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of contempt or annoyance towards a male figure. While it can be used affectionately between partners, it is primarily a derogatory label used to express frustration or dislike. Avoid using it in formal settings or with people you do not know well, as it is inherently aggressive.
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That jerk is always late, he really makes me so mad.
Why are you going out with that loser again?
Related words
Common phrases
just another jerk
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with generic terms for men like 男人. Using it towards a stranger can easily escalate into a physical confrontation or a serious argument.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.



