faat3 lou5 pei4發老脾发老脾
Jyutpingfaat3 lou5 pei4
Yalefaat lóuh pèih
Definition
To lose one's temper, throw a tantrum, or vent one's spleen.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
Carries a stronger sense of irrational or explosive anger compared to the standard 發脾氣. It often implies that the person is acting out unreasonably or throwing a tantrum, making it a more vivid and slightly more aggressive way to describe someone losing their cool.
Examples
He is losing his temper again, just ignore him.
Why are you losing your temper for no reason?
Related words
Common phrases
to lose one's temper for no reason
Common mistake
Avoid using this in formal or professional settings, as it sounds very informal and can be perceived as slightly rude or judgmental. It is strictly for casual conversation among friends or family.
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Grammar guides
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