wong4 paau1 zai2黃泡仔黄泡仔
Jyutpingwong4 paau1 zai2
Yalewòhng pāau jái
Definition
A young man who is bloated or suffering from dropsy.
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How it's used
This term is highly specific to a medical condition that manifests as swelling, often associated with kidney issues or malnutrition in older Cantonese usage. It carries a slightly dated or descriptive tone, focusing on the physical appearance of the person rather than just their age. It is rarely used in modern clinical settings, where more precise medical terminology is preferred.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general terms for young men like 後生仔, as this term specifically implies a visible health condition involving fluid retention.
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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.
