zi1 fan2 haak3脂粉客
Jyutpingzi1 fan2 haak3
Yalejī fán haak
Definition
A dissolute or lascivious man who frequents brothels.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of moral judgment and is rarely used in polite company. It specifically refers to men who frequent brothels or spend their time chasing women in a frivolous, often sleazy manner. The imagery evokes the scent of makeup and perfume, suggesting a man who is constantly surrounded by the superficiality of nightlife.
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He always goes to those places, he really is a dissolute guy.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply fashionable or well-groomed, as the term carries a heavy connotation of moral corruption and womanizing.
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