si2屎
Jyutpingsi2
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Definition
Feces, excrement, or poop.
colloquialbodyother
How it's used
Beyond its literal meaning, this word is frequently used in compound nouns to describe waste or residue, such as 耳屎 for earwax or 眼屎 for eye discharge. It also appears in various idiomatic expressions to describe someone who is incompetent or a situation that is extremely poor. While it is a vulgar term in many contexts, it is also the standard, neutral way to refer to animal droppings or biological waste.
Measure word
duk1篤dūkExamples
Your dog left some poop in the park, remember to pick it up.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe general dirt or trash, as it specifically refers to biological waste. Using it to describe a messy room or dirty clothes will sound unnatural or overly aggressive.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
