fat6 dou1 jau5 fo2佛都有火
Jyutpingfat6 dou1 jau5 fo2
Yalefaht dōu yáuh fó
Definition
Extremely infuriating; enough to make even a Buddha lose his temper.
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How it's used
This expression uses the image of a Buddha, who is typically associated with infinite patience and compassion, to emphasize that a situation is truly outrageous. It is used to justify one's anger or frustration by implying that even the most peaceful person would be provoked. It is a very common way to express that someone has crossed a line.
Examples
He is always late, it is enough to make even a saint lose their temper.
Related words
Common phrases
really enough to make anyone lose their temper
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe your own personal feelings of minor annoyance, as it is reserved for situations that are objectively unreasonable or infuriating. It is an idiomatic exaggeration, so using it for trivial matters can sound overly dramatic.
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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.
