tou4 hok6 wai1 lung4逃學威龍逃学威龙
Jyutpingtou4 hok6 wai1 lung4
Yaletòuh hohk wāi lùhng
Definition
A jocular term for a student who skips school, derived from the title of a Stephen Chow movie.
colloquialschoolpeople
How it's used
Originating from the 1991 Stephen Chow film title, this term has evolved into a playful or mocking label for students who habitually skip classes. It carries a lighthearted, slightly rebellious nuance compared to the formal term 曠課. Using it implies a sense of camaraderie or teasing rather than serious disciplinary concern.
Examples
He's always playing truant, he'll be kicked out of school sooner or later.
Are you playing truant again? Don't you have school today?
Related words
Common phrases
always playing truant
Common mistake
Do not use this term in formal settings like a meeting with a teacher or a school report, as it is strictly colloquial and carries a humorous tone that would be inappropriate for serious discussions.
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