cing2 koeng4逞強逞强
Jyutpingcing2 koeng4
Yalechíng kèuhng
Definition
To show off or boast about one's strength or ability.
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How it's used
This term carries a negative connotation of being stubborn or foolishly brave. It is used when someone refuses to admit their limitations or insists on doing something difficult just to prove they are capable. It often implies that the person is putting themselves at risk or causing unnecessary trouble by trying to appear stronger than they actually are.
Examples
Don't try to be a hero; if you can't move it, find someone to help.
He's clearly sick but still insists on showing off by going to work; he's really foolish.
Related words
Common phrases
don't try to be a hero
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being brave or capable. Using it to describe someone who is genuinely strong or courageous would be insulting, as it specifically targets the act of overcompensating or showing off.
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Grammar guides
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