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Jyutpinghak1 hau2 hak1 min6
Yalehāk háu hāk mihn
Definition
To look displeased, sullen, or angry; to pull a long face.
colloquialemotionpeople
How it's used
This expression vividly captures the visual aspect of someone showing their displeasure through facial expressions. It is commonly used to describe someone who is visibly grumpy or unapproachable, often implying that their mood is affecting the atmosphere around them. It is more descriptive and emotive than simply saying someone is angry.
Examples
He is always pulling a long face, I wonder who upset him.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is naturally dark-skinned, as the term refers strictly to the expression of anger or gloominess, not physical appearance.
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