Definition
老头子 is a colloquial noun that can be used either as a derogatory term for an old man (like 'old codger') or as an affectionate term for one's husband or father (like 'my old man'). The tone of voice and context determine which meaning is intended. It is informal and should be used carefully in polite conversation.
n.
(derogatory) old codgerold fogy(colloquial, affectionate) one's old man (husband or father)
Examples
- 老头子，。Nà ge lǎo tóu zǐ zǒngshì bàoyuàn, méi rén xǐhuan tā.That old codger always complains; nobody likes him.
- 老头子。Wǒ jiā lǎo tóu zǐ jīntiān gěi wǒ zuò le wǎnfàn.My old man made dinner for me today.
- 老头子，。Wǒ lǎo tóu zǐ jīnnián bā shí suì le, shēntǐ hái hěn hǎo.My old man is eighty this year and still in good health.
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