wu6 faa1 si3 ze2護花使者护花使者
Jyutpingwu6 faa1 si3 ze2
Yalewuh fā si jé
Definition
A male who accompanies, escorts, or protects a particular female.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly romantic or chivalrous undertone, often implying the male is interested in the female he is protecting. It is frequently used in social contexts to describe a man who is overly attentive or protective toward a woman, sometimes with a hint of teasing or irony.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
She has so many guys looking after her, I guess I have no chance.
Related words
Common phrases
to act as a protector for a woman
Common mistake
Avoid using this term for professional bodyguards or security personnel, as it specifically implies a personal, often romantic or social, connection rather than a job duty.
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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.
