faan2 zyun3 zyu1 tou5 zau6 si6 si2反轉豬肚就是屎反转猪肚就是屎
Jyutpingfaan2 zyun3 zyu1 tou5 zau6 si6 si2
Yalefáan jyun jyū tóuh jauh sih sí
Definition
To turn hostile and turn against someone after a dispute; friends turning into enemies.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This idiom vividly describes a sudden and complete betrayal where someone reveals their ugly side after a falling out. The literal imagery of a pig's stomach being turned inside out to reveal waste serves as a harsh metaphor for the nastiness that can emerge from a broken relationship. It is almost exclusively used to criticize someone's character after they have acted spitefully.
Examples
They used to be best friends, but who knew they would turn into enemies.
Related words
Common phrases
really turned into enemies after a dispute
Common mistake
Do not use this phrase to describe a simple disagreement or a minor misunderstanding. It is reserved for serious betrayals or situations where someone's behavior shifts from friendly to malicious, implying a deep lack of integrity.
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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.
