wai4 fuk1 zi2遺腹子遗腹子
Jyutpingwai4 fuk1 zi2
Yalewàih fūk jí
Definition
Posthumous child; a child born after the death of their father.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal or literary contexts to describe a child born after the father's death. It carries a heavy, somber tone and is rarely used in casual, lighthearted conversation. You will most often encounter it in historical accounts, literature, or when discussing family genealogy.
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He is a posthumous child; his father was already gone when he was born.
Related words
Common phrases
pitiful life story
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common everyday word, but it is quite specific and formal. Avoid using it in casual settings to describe a child whose parents are simply divorced or separated, as it strictly refers to the death of the father.
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Grammar guides
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