seoi1 neoi2衰女
Jyutpingseoi1 neoi2
Yalesēui néui
Definition
A term of address expressing anger or mild to moderate reproach towards a girl or young woman.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
Carries a strong sense of intimacy or frustration depending on the speaker's tone. It is frequently used by parents or older relatives to express exasperation at a younger female's behavior, but it can also be used playfully between close friends to tease someone for being mischievous or stubborn.
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go3個goExamples
You naughty girl, are you not listening to your mother again?
She is such a rascal, always playing tricks on people.
Related words
Common phrases
damned naughty girl
Common mistake
Avoid using this with strangers or in formal settings, as it can be perceived as rude or condescending. It is strictly for people you have a close, informal relationship with.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
