tung4 zi2 niu6童子尿
Jyutpingtung4 zi2 niu6
Yaletùhng jí niuh
Definition
The urine of a male virgin, used in traditional Chinese medicine and believed to bring good fortune.
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How it's used
Often referred to as 童便 in traditional Chinese medicine contexts, this term carries a strong sense of folklore and superstition. While it appears in historical medical texts, it is rarely encountered in modern daily life except when discussing old customs or as a subject of incredulity. It is frequently mentioned in the context of urban legends or as a humorous, albeit gross, reference to outdated folk remedies.
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bui1杯būiExamples
People used to say that the urine of a male virgin could cure illnesses, do you believe it?
I heard that using the urine of a male virgin to wash your face can remove spots, that is really exaggerated.
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Common phrases
drink the urine of a male virgin
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general terms for urine like 尿 or 尿液, as 童子尿 specifically carries the cultural baggage of virginity and medicinal properties. Using it in a serious medical conversation will likely cause confusion or laughter.
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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.
