baa1 laat6 cau3 cyun3巴辣臭寸
Jyutpingbaa1 laat6 cau3 cyun3
Yalebā laaht chau chyun
Definition
Extremely overbearing, aggressive, arrogant, and insolent.
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How it's used
This is a four character compound adjective used to describe someone who is excessively arrogant and rude. It combines the sense of being sharp tongued and aggressive with a deep sense of self importance. It is almost exclusively used to criticize someone's attitude or behavior in a negative way.
Examples
That person is so cocky and insolent, they are really annoying.
Related words
Common phrases
an arrogant and insolent person
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply confident or proud, as it carries a strong connotation of being unpleasant and socially abrasive.
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