wu4 lei4 zing1狐狸精
Jyutpingwu4 lei4 zing1
Yalewùh lèih jīng
Definition
Seductress; a derogatory term for a woman who seduces a married man.
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How it's used
Carries a strong, aggressive, and highly offensive tone, specifically targeting a woman perceived as a threat to a marriage. While it literally translates to fox spirit, it functions as a severe insult rather than a supernatural reference. It is almost exclusively used by women to criticize other women, reflecting deep-seated social disapproval of infidelity.
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I heard her husband found a mistress outside.
Don't be a homewrecker and break up someone's family.
Related words
Common phrases
to act as a homewrecker
Common mistake
Avoid using this term in any professional or polite setting, as it is a highly inflammatory slur. It is not a neutral way to describe a mistress or a third party in a relationship.
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