jit6 zai6熱滯热滞
Jyutpingjit6 zai6
Yaleyiht jaih
Definition
Suffering from excessive internal heat (heatiness) or indigestion.
- suffering from excessive internal heat (heatiness)
- suffering from indigestion
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How it's used
Refers to a specific type of discomfort often attributed to consuming too much fried, oily, or spicy food, which is conceptually linked to the traditional Chinese medicine idea of internal heat. It describes the heavy, bloated feeling in the stomach that prevents one from wanting to eat more. It is frequently used to explain a lack of appetite after a heavy meal or a festive feast.
Examples
I ate too much fried food and now I have indigestion.
Are you feeling unwell because you ate too many foods that cause indigestion?
Related words
Common phrases
to overeat to the point of indigestion
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general stomach pain or food poisoning. It specifically relates to the feeling of being 'stuffed' or 'clogged' due to the nature of the food consumed, rather than an illness or infection.
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