tiu1 dau6挑逗
Jyutpingtiu1 dau6
Yaletīu dauh
Definition
To flirt, entice, or tease someone in order to suggest a desire for physical or romantic intimacy.
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How it's used
Carries a strong connotation of intentional sexual provocation or teasing. It is rarely used in casual, innocent contexts and often implies a level of boldness or even manipulation in social interactions.
Examples
She is always flirting with people using her eyes, looking quite coquettish.
Stop flirting with me, I am really tired.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this word for innocent, playful banter between friends, as it specifically implies a sexual or romantic agenda. Using it incorrectly can make the speaker sound like they are accusing someone of inappropriate behavior.
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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.
