baan6 je5扮嘢
Jyutpingbaan6 je5
Yalebaahn yéh
Definition
To pretend, put on an act, or behave pretentiously.
- to pretend; to feign; to act as if something is true when it is not
- to show off; to strike a pose; to act in a phony or pretentious manner
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How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of disapproval or mockery, suggesting that the person is being insincere or trying to show off. It is frequently used to call out someone who is being pretentious or fake in their behavior. While it can mean to pretend in a general sense, it is most commonly applied to people who are acting out a persona that does not match their true character.
Examples
Stop putting on an act, I know you didn't do it.
He is always pretending to be so professional.
Related words
Common phrases
to act completely fake
someone who is always pretending
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the simple act of pretending to be someone else for a game or a performance, as 扮嘢 specifically implies a negative, deceptive, or annoying kind of affectation.
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Grammar guides
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