sing3 gaau1性交
Jyutpingsing3 gaau1
Yalesing gāau
Definition
To have sexual intercourse, especially between humans.
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How it's used
This term is clinical and formal, often appearing in medical, legal, or educational contexts rather than casual conversation. In everyday speech, people prefer using more indirect or colloquial expressions like 搞嘢 or 發生關係 to describe the act.
Examples
Have the two of them had sexual intercourse?
Safe sex can prevent many diseases.
Related words
Common phrases
safe sex
Common mistake
Do not use this word in casual social settings, as it sounds overly technical or cold. Using it to describe a romantic relationship will likely sound strange or inappropriately detached to native speakers.
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Grammar guides
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