syu6 laan5樹懶树懒
Jyutpingsyu6 laan5
Yalesyuh láahn
Definition
Sloth; a slow-moving, tree-dwelling mammal native to Central and South America.
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How it's used
Beyond the literal animal, this term is frequently used as a metaphor for someone who is extremely sluggish or lazy in their actions. It carries a slightly humorous or teasing tone when applied to people, contrasting with more aggressive insults for laziness.
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zek3隻jekExamples
The sloth at the zoo moves so slowly.
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Common phrases
slower than a sloth
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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.
