jyun1 gwai2冤鬼
Jyutpingjyun1 gwai2
Yaleyūn gwái
Definition
A vengeful ghost of someone unjustly killed, or figuratively, a stalker who relentlessly follows someone.
- the ghost of a person unjustly killed, seeking revenge
- figurativea stalker or someone who relentlessly follows and clings to another
colloquialpeopleslang
How it's used
Using this term to describe a person implies they are not just annoying, but persistent to the point of being haunting or inescapable. It carries a heavy, slightly superstitious weight that makes the accusation of stalking feel much more intense than simply saying someone is clingy. It is almost exclusively used in informal, heated arguments to express extreme frustration with someone's unwanted presence.
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zek3隻jekExamples
Why are you following me around like a stalker?
He is like a ghost that won't leave me alone, bothering me every single day.
Related words
Common phrases
like a stalker
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a literal ghost in a horror story, as it specifically refers to a ghost driven by a personal vendetta. When used for a person, it is a strong insult and should be avoided in polite or professional settings.
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