bei2 jan4 fei1畀人飛畀人飞
Jyutpingbei2 jan4 fei1
Yalebéi yàhn fēi
Definition
To be dumped; to be rejected by a romantic partner.
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How it's used
This phrase is a very common colloquial way to describe a romantic breakup from the perspective of the person who was left. It carries a slightly informal and blunt tone, emphasizing the suddenness or the passive nature of the event. It is almost exclusively used for romantic relationships rather than professional or platonic ones.
Examples
He was dumped recently, so he is in a bad mood.
Did you get dumped? Why are you so unhappy?
Related words
Common phrases
got dumped
Common mistake
Avoid using this in formal settings or when speaking to someone you do not know well, as it can sound insensitive or overly casual given the sensitive nature of a breakup.
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Grammar guides
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