fu2 gwaa1 gam2 ge3 min6苦瓜噉嘅面苦瓜啖嘅面
Jyutpingfu2 gwaa1 gam2 ge3 min6
Yalefú gwā gám ge mihn
Definition
To pull a long face, or have a miserable expression.
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How it's used
This expression vividly captures the visual resemblance between a person's scrunched, unhappy facial expression and the wrinkled, bumpy exterior of a bitter melon. It is used exclusively to describe someone who looks visibly upset, sulky, or deeply dissatisfied with a situation. While it functions as a descriptive phrase, it is often used to tease someone for being overly dramatic about their mood.
Examples
Why do you always have such a miserable look on your face?
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is physically ill or pale, as it specifically refers to a mood or attitude rather than health. It is also not used to describe someone who is crying, but rather someone who is projecting a sour or grumpy demeanor.
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Grammar guides
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