giu3 fu2 lin4 tin1叫苦連天叫苦连天
Jyutpinggiu3 fu2 lin4 tin1
Yalegiu fú lìhn tīn
Definition
To complain bitterly and endlessly about one's extreme hardships.
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How it's used
This idiom describes a collective or persistent state of misery rather than a single moment of annoyance. It is frequently used in news reports or casual conversation to characterize the mood of a group facing difficult circumstances, such as economic downturns or extreme weather. The imagery suggests a cry so loud and continuous that it reaches the heavens.
Examples
Business has been terrible lately, every boss is complaining about the hardship.
It is no use complaining about it, just get to work.
Related words
Common phrases
to complain bitterly about hardship
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