dai2 laang5 taam1 siu1 soeng1抵冷貪瀟湘抵冷贪潇湘
Jyutpingdai2 laang5 taam1 siu1 soeng1
Yaledái láahng tāam sīu sēung
Definition
To withstand the freezing cold just to wear stylish, form-fitting clothes.
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How it's used
This phrase is a vivid way to describe someone who prioritizes aesthetics over physical comfort, specifically regarding temperature. It is often used in a teasing or slightly judgmental tone when someone refuses to wear a coat or warm clothing despite the freezing weather. The term carries a sense of vanity, implying that the person is willing to endure discomfort to maintain a specific, usually slim or elegant, silhouette.
Examples
It is so cold outside and you are still wearing a short skirt, you are really just suffering for fashion.
Related words
Common phrases
suffering for fashion
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
