wu4 lou2 wong4葫蘆王葫芦王
Jyutpingwu4 lou2 wong4
Yalewùh lóu wòhng
Definition
Someone who likes to brag, talk big, or tell lies.
colloquialpeopleslang
How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of mockery and distrust toward someone who habitually exaggerates or fabricates stories. It is often used to dismiss someone's claims as completely unreliable. While it specifically targets the act of lying or boasting, it implies a character flaw rather than just a single instance of dishonesty.
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He is always bragging, he is such a big liar.
Related words
Common phrases
a total liar
a well-known braggart
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal gourd, as the term is strictly used as a derogatory label for a person. It is not a formal term and should be avoided in professional or polite settings.
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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.
