siu3 fu5少婦少妇
Jyutpingsiu3 fu5
Yalesiu fúh
Definition
A young married woman.
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How it's used
This term carries a slightly formal or literary tone, often appearing in news reports, police notices, or descriptive writing rather than casual conversation. It specifically denotes a woman who is both young and married, making it more restrictive than simply calling someone a woman or a lady. In everyday speech, people usually prefer more general terms like 女仔 or 太太 depending on the context.
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go3個goExamples
That young married woman is walking past carrying a child.
Related words
Common phrases
postnatal depression in a young married woman
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to address someone directly, as it can sound clinical or objectifying. It is a descriptive label for a third party, not a term of address.
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Grammar guides
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