tiu4 tiu2條條条条
Jyutpingtiu4 tiu2
Yaletìuh tíu
Definition
A derogatory term for a young woman; a chick.
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How it's used
Carries a dismissive and objectifying tone, often implying the woman is superficial or lacks substance. It functions as a noun referring to a young woman, but it is rarely used in polite company or when speaking directly to the person. Using this term can easily cause offense as it reduces a person to a mere object of visual interest.
Examples
That chick is there trying to look pretty again.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the classifier 條, which is used for long, thin objects. Using this term to refer to a woman is highly informal and potentially rude, so avoid it in professional or formal settings.
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