ceot1 saai3 wai2出晒位

Jyutpingceot1 saai3 wai2

Yalechēut saai wái

Definition

To exceed expectations or step out of line, often to seek attention or show off.

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How it's used

Often carries a slightly critical undertone, implying that someone is drawing attention to themselves in a way that might be seen as excessive or performative. While it can mean gaining fame, it frequently describes someone who is trying too hard to be noticed or to distinguish themselves from the group. It is distinct from simply being famous, as it focuses on the act of stepping out of the expected boundaries.

Examples

keoi5佢gam1今ci3次biu2表jin2演zan1真hai6係ceot1出saai3晒wai2位aa4呀。

His performance this time really made him stand out.

nei5你sai2使m4唔sai2使gam3咁joeng2樣ceot1出saai3晒wai2位ze1啫？

Do you really need to go out of your way to show off like that?

Common phrases

biu2表jin6現ceot1出saai3晒wai2位

to have an outstanding performance

hang4行wai4為ceot1出saai3晒wai2位

to behave in an attention-seeking way

Common mistake

Learners sometimes confuse this with simply being famous or successful, but it specifically highlights the act of drawing attention to oneself, which can be perceived negatively depending on the context.