hau2 do1 san1 zin6口多身賤口多身贱
Jyutpinghau2 do1 san1 zin6
Yaleháu dō sān jihn
Definition
To be looked down upon or bring trouble upon oneself because of talkativeness or gossip.
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How it's used
This phrase describes someone who brings trouble upon themselves through a combination of loose talk and undignified behavior. It carries a strong sense of disapproval, suggesting that the person lacks self-respect or social awareness. It is often used to criticize someone who invites negative attention or conflict by being overly talkative or meddlesome.
Examples
Why are you acting so inappropriately and provoking people to scold you?
He is always behaving so poorly, no wonder nobody likes him.
Related words
Common phrases
always behaving inappropriately
Common mistake
Do not mistake this for a literal description of someone who is physically cheap or poor. The term is strictly about behavioral conduct and social reputation, specifically focusing on how one's own words and actions lower their status in the eyes of others.
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