sou1 haa1臊蝦臊虾
Jyutpingsou1 haa1
Yalesōu hā
Definition
A newborn baby or infant.
colloquialpeoplefamily
How it's used
Refers specifically to a very young infant or newborn. It carries a slightly old fashioned or playful tone, often used by older generations to describe a small, squirming baby. While affectionate, it is rarely used in formal settings or by younger people who prefer standard terms like 嬰兒 or 寶寶.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 臊味, which refers to a foul or gamey body odor. The term is strictly for infants and has no connection to smells despite the shared character.
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Grammar guides
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