faa1 tin1 zau2 dei6花天酒地
Jyutpingfaa1 tin1 zau2 dei6
Yalefā tīn jáu deih
Definition
To lead a decadent, dissipated, and indulgent lifestyle of drinking, gambling, and debauchery.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong moral judgment and is typically used to criticize someone for neglecting their responsibilities in favor of excessive partying or illicit activities. It implies a sense of moral decay rather than just having a good time at a party. While it literally references alcohol and women, it is broadly applied to any lifestyle characterized by reckless indulgence and lack of discipline.
Examples
He is always living a decadent life, he will ruin his health sooner or later.
Do you really think he is living a life of debauchery? Actually, he is very hardworking.
Related words
Common phrases
to live a life of debauchery
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is simply enjoying a night out or a social gathering, as it implies a chronic, destructive pattern of behavior rather than a one-off event.
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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.
