so4 mui6傻妹
Jyutpingso4 mui6
Yalesòh muih
Definition
A silly, foolish, or gullible girl.
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How it's used
Often used as a term of endearment or a gentle tease rather than a harsh insult. It carries a sense of naivety or innocence that makes the person seem harmless or endearing to the speaker. While it can imply someone is gullible, it is rarely used to genuinely attack someone's intelligence.
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Why are you being such a silly girl, believing everything people tell you?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this term in professional or formal settings, as it can sound condescending or overly familiar. It is strictly for close friends or family members.
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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.
