zyu1 long4豬郎猪郎
Jyutpingzyu1 long4
Yalejyū lòhng
Definition
A male pig kept for breeding.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a male pig kept for the purpose of reproduction rather than for meat production. It carries a functional nuance, highlighting the animal's role in husbandry. Farmers and those in agricultural settings use this term to distinguish breeding stock from market hogs.
Measure word
zek3隻jekExamples
This breeding boar is huge.
Related words
Common phrases
select a breeding boar
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with slang terms that might use animal names to insult people. In a professional or agricultural context, it is a neutral, descriptive term for livestock.
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Grammar guides
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