kwong4 cou3狂躁
Jyutpingkwong4 cou3
Yalekwòhng chou
Definition
Irritable; hot-tempered; easily losing one's temper.
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How it's used
Describes a state of being easily agitated or prone to sudden outbursts of temper. It implies a more intense or volatile emotional state than simply being impatient or annoyed. While it can describe a personality trait, it is frequently used to comment on someone's current, uncharacteristic behavior due to stress or lack of sleep.
Examples
He has been under a lot of pressure lately and is always irritable.
Why are you getting so irritable? Calm down.
Related words
Common phrases
mania or bipolar disorder
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 躁底, which is a common way to describe someone who is naturally short-tempered or has a quick fuse. 狂躁 often carries a slightly more clinical or extreme connotation, whereas 躁底 is a casual, everyday way to label a person's character.
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