to1 tau4 lou2拖頭佬拖头佬

Jyutpingto1 tau4 lou2

Yaletō tàuh lóu

名詞

Definition

A male container truck driver.

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How it's used

This term specifically refers to the driver of a tractor unit, the front part of a semi-trailer truck. It carries a slightly rough or blue-collar connotation, reflecting the demanding nature of the job in the logistics industry. Using 佬 at the end of a noun often adds a masculine, informal, and sometimes slightly derogatory or dismissive tone, so it is best used in casual conversation among peers.

Measure word

go3個go

Examples

go2嗰go3個to1拖tau4頭lou2佬zaa1揸ce1車hou2好faai3快㗎。

That container truck driver drives really fast.

nei5你sik1識m4唔sik1識go2嗰go3個to1拖tau4頭lou2佬aa4呀？

Do you know that container truck driver?

Common phrases

zaa1揸to1拖tau2頭

to drive a container truck

Common mistake

Avoid using this term in professional or formal settings, as it can sound disrespectful or overly casual. Stick to the more neutral 貨車司機 if you are unsure about the social context.