cing4 sing3情聖情圣
Jyutpingcing4 sing3
Yalechìhng sing
Definition
An hopeless romantic who unconditionally gives everything for their loved one without expecting anything in return.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
Often used with a heavy dose of irony or sarcasm to describe someone who is overly dramatic or self-sacrificing in romantic relationships. While the literal meaning suggests a noble, selfless lover, it is frequently applied to people who are being taken advantage of or are desperately trying to win someone over through grand, unreciprocated gestures.
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He always acts like a romantic hero, but actually nobody likes him.
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Common phrases
a big romantic martyr
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a genuine compliment, as calling someone a 情聖 is rarely a neutral or positive observation in casual conversation. It often implies that the person is being naive or foolish for their one-sided devotion.
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