gwat6 zyu6 saai3倔住晒
Jyutpinggwat6 zyu6 saai3
Yalegwaht jyuh saai
Definition
To be constantly under the watchful eyes or glare of others.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
Describes an intense, persistent, and often unwelcome gaze that makes the recipient feel scrutinized or pressured. It implies a sense of being trapped under someone's attention, similar to being under a spotlight. It is frequently used when someone feels judged or monitored by a boss, a suspicious partner, or a nosy bystander.
Examples
He keeps staring at me, making me feel very uncomfortable.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply looking at someone, which is usually expressed as 望. 倔住晒 carries a specific nuance of intimidation or unwanted surveillance that makes the other person feel uneasy.
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Grammar guides
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