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Jyutpingsiu3 naai1
Yalesiu nāai
Definition
A young married woman, or a mistress or concubine.
- young married woman; young mistress of a household
- concubine or mistress
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How it's used
Often used sarcastically to describe someone who acts entitled or lazy, implying they expect to be pampered like a wealthy housewife. While it historically referred to the wife of a wealthy man, it now frequently carries a mocking tone when applied to friends or colleagues who avoid manual labor.
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She married into a wealthy family and immediately became a young mistress.
Do you think you are a young mistress? You still need people to serve you?
Related words
Common phrases
to live a life of leisure
destined for a life of luxury
Common mistake
Avoid using this to address a woman directly in a professional or formal setting, as it can be perceived as condescending or sexist. It is strictly a colloquial term for social commentary or gossip.
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