zyu1 tau4 mak1豬頭嘜猪头唛
Jyutpingzyu1 tau4 mak1
Yalejyū tàuh māk
Definition
An idiot, fool, or very stupid person.
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How it's used
Literally referring to a pig's head, this term is a playful yet derogatory way to call someone foolish or slow-witted. It is often used among friends or peers to tease someone for a silly mistake rather than as a severe insult. The suffix 嘜 is a loanword from the English word mark, historically used in Hong Kong to refer to a brand or label, effectively labeling the person as a pig-head.
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He is always acting like an idiot, it is so frustrating.
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Common phrases
acting completely like an idiot
Common mistake
Avoid using this in professional or formal settings, as it is strictly colloquial and can be offensive if directed at someone you do not know well. It is intended for lighthearted teasing or expressing annoyance at a friend's clumsy behavior.
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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.
