gu2 ling4 zing1 gwaai3蠱靈精怪蛊灵精怪
Jyutpinggu2 ling4 zing1 gwaai3
Yalegú lìhng jīng gwaai
Definition
Quirky, eccentric, or behaving in a strange, mischievous, and unpredictable manner.
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How it's used
Often used to describe someone who is mischievous, unpredictable, or acting in a way that seems slightly off or suspicious. It carries a playful or teasing tone when applied to children or friends, but can imply someone is being sneaky or untrustworthy in more serious contexts.
Examples
He is always acting weird, I don't know what he is thinking.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being weird or mentally ill. It specifically describes behavior that is crafty, sly, or intentionally unconventional to get a reaction or hide an agenda.
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