gau2 ngaan5 hon3 jan4 dai1狗眼看人低
Jyutpinggau2 ngaan5 hon3 jan4 dai1
Yalegáu ngáahn hon yàhn dāi
Definition
To look down on others; to be snobbish and despise those of lower status.
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How it's used
This idiom is a sharp, aggressive way to call someone a snob who judges others based on status or wealth. It carries a strong sense of moral condemnation, implying that the person being described is shallow and lacks basic respect for others. It is frequently used in arguments to call out someone's elitist attitude.
Examples
He is always looking down on others, it is really annoying.
Related words
Common phrases
really being a snob
don't be a snob
Common mistake
Do not use this phrase to describe someone who is simply shy or quiet. It specifically targets people who act superior or dismissive toward those they perceive as lower class or less successful.
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