ceot1 hei3出氣出气
Jyutpingceot1 hei3
Yalechēut hei
Definition
To vent one's anger, frustration, or negative emotions; literally to air out.
- figurativeto vent one's anger, frustration, or displeasure
- literalto let air out; to breathe out
colloquialemotiondaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the act of releasing pent up frustration or anger, often by targeting someone or something else. It carries a negative connotation because it implies shifting blame or aggression onto an innocent party. The phrase is frequently used in the context of interpersonal conflict where one person becomes a target for another person's bad mood.
Examples
He was mistreated today and wants to find a place to vent his anger.
Related words
Common phrases
punching bag (figurative)
Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean simply expressing an opinion or speaking one's mind, as it specifically refers to venting negative emotions or aggression.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
