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Jyutpingkei4 si2
Yalekèih sí
Definition
To have poor chess skills, resulting in constant losses.
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How it's used
This term is a colorful, derogatory way to describe someone who is consistently poor at board games or card games. It literally combines the word for chess with the word for excrement, emphasizing that the person's performance is essentially garbage. It is strictly used in casual, friendly, or competitive banter among peers.
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Do not use this in a formal setting or when playing with someone you do not know well, as it is quite blunt and can easily cause offense. It is specifically reserved for games like Chinese chess, mahjong, or card games, rather than general lack of skill in life or work.
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