tong1 gwong1 zyu1劏光豬劏光猪
Jyutpingtong1 gwong1 zyu1
Yaletōng gwōng jyū
Definition
To strip naked or be stripped naked.
colloquialbodyclothing
How it's used
Carries a slightly more vivid or informal tone than simply saying 剝光豬. It is often used in situations where the act of undressing is sudden, complete, or required for a specific purpose like a medical exam or a prank. The literal imagery of a pig being dressed for market makes it sound more blunt or humorous in casual conversation.
Examples
The doctor asked him to strip naked for a physical check-up.
Why are you stripping naked? Put your clothes back on quickly.
Related words
Common phrases
strip naked for an examination
Common mistake
Avoid using this in formal or professional settings, as the imagery of a slaughtered pig can sound disrespectful or overly graphic. It is strictly for casual, spoken contexts among friends or family.
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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.
