sou1 hung1酥胸
Jyutpingsou1 hung1
Yalesōu hūng
Definition
A woman's soft, beautiful breasts or bosom.
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How it's used
Literary in origin, this term is often used in modern contexts with a slightly ironic or playful tone to describe a woman's exposed chest. It carries a more aesthetic or suggestive nuance compared to standard anatomical terms. You will frequently encounter it in entertainment news or gossip columns rather than in casual, everyday conversation between friends.
Examples
She is wearing a low-cut top, showing off her bosom.
Why are you dressed so sexily today, even showing your cleavage?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this term in professional or formal settings, as it is inherently objectifying and sexually suggestive. It is not a clinical term and should never be used to refer to breasts in a medical or neutral context.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
