ho4 baau1 lyun2 fang6荷包亂揈荷包乱轰
Jyutpingho4 baau1 lyun2 fang6
Yalehòh bāau lyún fahng
Definition
To spend money recklessly, extravagantly, or without plan.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
This idiom vividly describes someone who spends money recklessly or shows off their wealth by throwing it around. It carries a slightly critical tone, implying that the person is being irresponsible or wasteful rather than just generous. It is common to use this when someone suddenly comes into money and changes their spending habits overnight.
Examples
He struck it rich recently and is always splashing money around.
Don't splurge so much, it's better to save more money.
Related words
Common phrases
to spend money like water
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe simple generosity or buying a gift for someone else. It specifically refers to the act of spending money in a careless, flashy, or excessive manner.
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