Lau V

An adjective in Penang Hokkien. Lau = Old while V = virgin. Synonym of “Pai Seh”. It is a saying of being shy in a way like an old virgin who fear of others to condemn his / her action.

Example 1:
If you want to take the last piece of meat, don’t be shy and just take it. Don’t be Lau V!

Example 2:
Why do you ask so many questions whenever we ask you out? Just come la, don’t be Lau V!

Example 3:
If you want to say something, just say it, don’t be Lau V!