gwai2 lim5鬼臉鬼脸
Jyutpinggwai2 lim5
Yalegwái líhm
Definition
Funny face or grimace; a distorted facial expression often made to make others laugh.
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Making a face is often associated with playful teasing or trying to cheer someone up. While it can be used to scare children, it is rarely meant to be genuinely malicious or aggressive. It is a common way for adults to interact with infants or young children to get a reaction.
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He loves making funny faces in front of the mirror.
Related words
Common phrases
to make a funny face
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 鬼樣, which is a derogatory term used to describe someone who looks ugly or strange, rather than a playful facial expression.
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Grammar guides
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