粑粑
bābā
In Chinese, the phrase for "doo doo" is 粑粑 (bābā).
粑粑 is a childish way to refer to feces, much like the English terms "doo doo" or "poo poo". It is primarily used when speaking to or about young children.
Which one should you use?
While 粑粑 is specifically childish, other terms exist for different contexts. 便便 is a popular and relatively neutral term used for children's waste or when discussing bodily functions casually. In contrast, 屎 is an informal way to say "doo doo" but can be considered crass or offensive.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
粑粑 is a highly informal and childish term. For a more neutral, though still informal, tone, you can use 便便. 屎 can be used informally but may be considered crass or offensive.
How do you pronounce it?
The romanization is bābā.
Did you know?
- The word 粑粑 shares the same pronunciation as the common word for 'dad', which is 爸爸. The difference is found in the written characters and the specific tone used in some dialects.
- In some regional dialects, 粑粑 can refer to a type of traditional rice cake or snack rather than waste. This can lead to humorous misunderstandings depending on whether someone is discussing food or toilet training.
- The character for 屎 is often replaced with symbols or euphemisms in digital communications and even on some public signage to avoid the visual 'impurity' of the word.
Examples in context
- 小宝宝每天都要换好几次尿布，因为他总是拉便便。The baby needs to have his diapers changed several times a day because he always poops.
- 妈妈，我肚子好难受，我觉得快要拉大便了！Mom, my stomach feels uncomfortable. I think I need to have a bowel movement soon!
- 宝宝拉粑粑了。Bǎobao lā bàba le.The baby has pooped.
- 这里有一堆粑粑。Zhèlǐ yǒu yī duī bàba.There is a pile of doo doo here.
- 别踩到粑粑！Bié cǎi dào bàba!Don't step in the poo!
Example conversation
A mother and father are looking at a messy diaper.
- 俊杰 Junjie佳怡，宝宝拉粑粑了。Jiāyí, bǎobao lā bàba le.Jiayi, the baby has pooped.
- 佳怡 Jiayi啊，真脏啊。À, zhēn zāng a.Ah, that's so dirty.
- 俊杰 Junjie我去换个纸尿裤吧。Wǒ qù huàn gè zhǐniàokù ba.I'll go change a diaper.
- 佳怡 Jiayi谢谢你，俊杰。Xièxiè nǐ, Jùnjié.Thank you, Junjie.
