小心女人

By 鄭秀文

Lyrics - Practice Pronunciation
男人怎麼總不理解女人苦惱

Why can't men understand women's suffering?

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naam4
jan4
fim2
mo5
zung2
fau2
lei5
haai5
neoi6
jan4
fu2
nou5
彷彿天生她腦袋是木造

It was like her brain was made of wood.

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pong4
fat1
tin1
sang1
taa1
nou5
doi2
si6
muk6
zou6
偷偷摸摸始終愛刺激的一套

It's always been exciting to touch.

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tau1
tau1
mou4
mou4
ci2
zung1
oi3
cik3
gik1
dik1
jat1
tou3
可真的想挑戰忍耐限度

But I really want to challenge the limits of patience.

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ho2
zan1
dik1
soeng2
tou1
zin3
jan5
noi6
haan6
dou6
怎口口聲聲的講

How can you say that?

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fim2
hau2
hau2
sing1
sing1
dik1
gong2
清清楚楚知她似水造

She was like water.

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cing1
cing1
co2
co2
zi3
taa1
ci5
seoi2
zou6
偏偏反反覆覆 迫她的心冰封

And the repetition of the paralysis forced her to freeze.

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pin1
pin1
faan3
faan3
fuk1
fuk1
pik1
taa1
dik1
sam1
jing4
fung1
狠心對你不好鋒似刀

Be careful not to be like a knife.

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han2
sam1
deoi3
nei5
fau2
hou3
fung1
ci5
dou1
你要小心女人 小心女人

You have to be careful with women.

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nei5
jiu3
siu2
sam1
neoi6
jan4
siu2
sam1
neoi6
jan4
好好愛惜愛的女人味道

It's a woman's taste.

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hou3
hou3
oi3
sik1
oi3
dik1
neoi6
jan4
mei6
dou6
你要小心女人 小心女人

You have to be careful with women.

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nei5
jiu3
siu2
sam1
neoi6
jan4
siu2
sam1
neoi6
jan4
只想你不要走到這(糊塗)地步

I just wish you wouldn't go to that point.

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zi2
soeng2
nei5
fau2
jiu3
zau2
dou3
ze5
wu4
caa4
deng6
fau6
應開始修補失去應有的分數

We should start to repair the missing points.

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jing3
hoi1
ci2
sau1
bou2
sat1
heoi3
jing3
jau6
dik1
fan6
sou3
假使知天生女人是善妒

If we were to say that a woman is born with jealousy,

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gaa2
si2
zi3
tin1
sang1
neoi6
jan4
si6
sin6
儘管不必多管地老天荒這套

And it's not necessarily a big deal.

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zeon2
gun2
fau2
bit1
do1
gun2
deng6
lou5
tin1
fong1
ze5
tou3
都該思想不要想做便做

You don't want to do it.

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dou1
goi1
soi1
soeng2
fau2
jiu3
soeng2
zou6
pin4
zou6
怎口口聲聲的講

How can you say that?

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fim2
hau2
hau2
sing1
sing1
dik1
gong2
清清楚楚知她似水造

She was like water.

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cing1
cing1
co2
co2
zi3
taa1
ci5
seoi2
zou6
偏偏反反覆覆 迫她的心冰封

And the repetition of the paralysis forced her to freeze.

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pin1
pin1
faan3
faan3
fuk1
fuk1
pik1
taa1
dik1
sam1
jing4
fung1
狠心對你不好鋒似刀

Be careful not to be like a knife.

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han2
sam1
deoi3
nei5
fau2
hou3
fung1
ci5
dou1
你要小心女人 小心女人

You have to be careful with women.

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nei5
jiu3
siu2
sam1
neoi6
jan4
siu2
sam1
neoi6
jan4
好好愛惜愛的女人味道

It's a woman's taste.

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hou3
hou3
oi3
sik1
oi3
dik1
neoi6
jan4
mei6
dou6
你要小心女人 小心女人

You have to be careful with women.

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nei5
jiu3
siu2
sam1
neoi6
jan4
siu2
sam1
neoi6
jan4
給所有女人也可羨慕

It's enviable to all women.

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kap1
so2
jau6
neoi6
jan4
jaa5
ho2
sin6
mou6
About This Song

The song "" ("Beware of Women") by (Sammi Cheng) explores the intricacies and emotional landscape of romantic relationships from a woman's perspective. At its core, the song addresses the misunderstandings and frustrations women often face in love, capturing the essence of vulnerability and strength intertwined in their experiences. The lyrics poignantly highlight the disconnect between men and women, suggesting that men frequently fail to grasp the emotional distress women endure, as the singer metaphorically likens a woman's heart to something delicate and fluid, much like water.

The narrative unfolds as a cautionary tale, with the repeated refrain of "" emphasizing the need for men to be attentive and considerate towards women. The lyrics illustrate the complexities of feminine emotions, portraying women as both nurturing yet capable of being cold and distant if not treated with respect. Sammi Cheng's powerful delivery combined with the nuanced lyrics sends a clear message: love requires understanding and sincerity, and neglect can lead to painful consequences, thereby inviting listeners to reflect on their own relationships.

Musically, the song employs memorable melodies and rhythmic patterns that enhance the lyrical content. Cheng's vocal performance is emotive and dynamic, skillfully navigating through the highs and lows of the song's emotional spectrum. Notably, the lyrics make use of vivid imagery and symbolism through phrases like "" ("heart frozen") which evoke a sense of isolation and hurt. This poetic technique not only engages the audience but also deepens the emotional resonance of the song.

The cultural significance of "" cannot be overstated, as it resonates with the universal theme of love while simultaneously reflecting Asian societys traditional views on gender roles. In many Asian cultures, women are often expected to be nurturing and forgiving, yet the song challenges these stereotypes by asserting women's complexities and needs in relationships. As such, it encourages a more profound awareness and consideration for women's feelings, making it a relevant anthem in promoting gender sensitivity.

Song Details
Singer:
鄭秀文
Total Lines:
24