sei2 zai2 gon1死仔乾死仔干
Jyutpingsei2 zai2 gon1
Yaleséi jái gōn
Definition
An insulting term used to curse a thin, weak, young man.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of contempt and is specifically reserved for mocking young males who appear physically frail or sickly. It combines the harshness of calling someone a dead person with the imagery of something dried out and lacking vitality. It is strictly derogatory and should be avoided in polite company or when speaking to someone you do not know well.
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go3個goExamples
That skinny weakling is slacking off again.
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Common phrases
looking like a total scrawny weakling
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply slim or athletic, as it implies a lack of health or strength that is insulting. It is also gender-specific and would sound very strange if applied to a woman.
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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.
