sei2 si1死屍死尸
Jyutpingsei2 si1
Yaleséi sī
Definition
Dead body, corpse, cadaver, or carcass.
colloquialpeoplebody
How it's used
While literally referring to a corpse, this term is frequently used in a figurative sense to describe someone who is extremely exhausted, sleeping soundly, or completely unresponsive. It carries a blunt and somewhat morbid tone, so it should be avoided in formal or respectful contexts involving the deceased. When used to describe a person, it emphasizes their lack of movement or reaction.
Measure word
tiu4條tìuhExamples
He found a dead body by the seaside.
Related words
Common phrases
dead bodies and corpses
Common mistake
Do not use this word to refer to a recently deceased person in a polite or mourning context, as it is dehumanizing and harsh. Use 遺體 instead for a respectful reference to a body.
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