gwaai3 jing4 gwaai3 soeng3怪形怪相

Jyutpinggwaai3 jing4 gwaai3 soeng3
Yalegwaai yìhng gwaai seung

Definition

Grotesque, bizarre, or weird in appearance.

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How it's used

This idiom is primarily used to describe someone's appearance, clothing, or behavior that deviates from social norms in an unsettling or bizarre manner. It carries a slightly judgmental or mocking tone, implying that the subject looks strange or out of place. It is often used when someone tries too hard to be fashionable or when a drawing or craft project turns out poorly.

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 奇形怪狀, which is used to describe inanimate objects or shapes that are irregular or bizarre. Use 怪形怪相 specifically for people or their personal style.

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