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!