hei3 ding2氣頂气顶
Jyutpinghei3 ding2
Yalehei díng
Definition
Feeling of resentment or annoyance; a sensation of tightness or difficulty in breathing.
- feeling of resentment, annoyance, or indignation
- sensation of tightness or difficulty in breathing
colloquialemotionbody
How it's used
Refers to a physical sensation of tightness in the chest often caused by suppressed anger or frustration. It captures the feeling of being unable to vent emotions, leading to a metaphorical blockage in the throat or chest. It is frequently used to describe a situation where someone is being unreasonable or annoying, causing one to feel suffocated by their own irritation.
Examples
What they said was so unpleasant, it really made me feel resentful.
Why are you feeling so stifled? If something is bothering you, just say it.
Related words
Common phrases
feeling resentful upon hearing something
causing someone to feel stifled or frustrated
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the physical medical condition of asthma or general shortness of breath, as it is primarily used to describe an emotional state triggered by external interpersonal conflict.
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