wai3 baau2餵飽喂饱
Jyutpingwai3 baau2
Yalewai báau
Definition
To feed to the full or satisfy someone's hunger, or figuratively to satisfy someone's sexual appetite.
- to feed to the full; to satisfy hunger
- slangto satisfy someone's sexual appetite
colloquialfooddaily actions
How it's used
Primarily used for feeding children or pets, this term carries a sense of fulfilling a basic need. When applied to adults, it often carries a playful or slightly suggestive undertone depending on the context. It implies a more active, nurturing role than simply using 食飯.
Examples
Hurry up and feed the kid, he is crying like crazy.
Related words
Common phrases
to fill one's stomach
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe feeding yourself, as it usually implies an active effort to satisfy someone else's hunger. Using it for oneself can sound unnatural or overly dramatic.
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