ci1 ci1 dei2黐黐哋
Jyutpingci1 ci1 dei2
Yalechī chī déi
Definition
A little crazy, eccentric, or out of one's mind.
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How it's used
This term is a milder, more colloquial way to suggest someone is acting irrationally or behaving strangely. It carries a playful or mocking undertone rather than being a clinical description of mental health. It is frequently used among friends to tease someone for a silly idea or an unexpected action.
Examples
He talks to himself all the time, he seems a bit crazy.
Related words
Common phrases
a little bit crazy
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone with a genuine medical condition, as it is strictly used for casual teasing or expressing disbelief at someone's bizarre behavior. Using it in a serious context can be highly offensive.
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