zyu1 biu1豬標猪标
Jyutpingzyu1 biu1
Yalejyū bīu
Definition
An idiot, fool, or muddle-headed person.
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How it's used
This term carries a slightly playful or mocking tone, often used among friends to tease someone who is acting slow or gullible. It is less aggressive than harsher insults like 戇居, focusing more on a sense of being clueless or easily fooled rather than malicious stupidity.
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Why are you acting like such an idiot?
He gets tricked all the time, he really is a total idiot.
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Common phrases
acting like a complete idiot
Common mistake
Do not use this in formal or professional settings, as it is strictly colloquial and can be perceived as rude or condescending depending on the relationship between speakers.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
