zyu1 tau4 bing2豬頭炳猪头炳
Jyutpingzyu1 tau4 bing2
Yalejyū tàuh bíng
Definition
A fool or an idiot.
colloquialpeopleslang
How it's used
Carries a lighthearted or teasing tone rather than a malicious one. It is often used among friends to describe someone who has done something clumsy or silly, rather than someone who is genuinely unintelligent. The term evokes the image of a pig's head, suggesting a stubborn or dim-witted quality.
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Common phrases
acting like a total fool
Common mistake
Avoid using this in professional or formal settings, as it is strictly colloquial and can be perceived as rude or condescending if directed at a stranger or a superior.
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