fu3 pei5戽被
Jyutpingfu3 pei5
Yalefu péih
Definition
To have one's blanket or quilt fall off during sleep.
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How it's used
Describes the specific action of kicking or pushing off bed covers while asleep, often resulting in catching a cold. It implies an involuntary movement during restless sleep rather than a deliberate act. The term is highly evocative and commonly used by parents or partners to describe someone's sleeping habits.
Examples
It is freezing tonight, be careful not to kick your blankets off.
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general kicking actions like 踢人, as 戽 specifically refers to the displacement of bedding.
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