dou2 hei3賭氣赌气
Jyutpingdou2 hei3
Yaledóu hei
Definition
To act rashly or out of spite due to anger or a grudge.
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How it's used
Refers to acting out of spite or stubbornness, usually by doing something self-destructive or counter-productive just to prove a point. It implies a sense of childish defiance where one hurts their own interests to express dissatisfaction with someone else. It is frequently used to describe someone who refuses to cooperate or participate in a social activity because they feel slighted.
Examples
He is sulking and refusing to eat over a small matter.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being angry or mad. It specifically requires the element of acting in a spiteful or stubborn manner to show resentment, rather than just expressing verbal frustration.
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