laai2 sai1奶西

Jyutpinglaai2 sai1

Yaleláai sāi

Definition

To perform cunnilingus, or to run into serious trouble.

vulgarto lick a vulva; to perform cunnilingus
slangto run into serious trouble; to get into a difficult situation

slangslangvulgar

How it's used

Originating from vulgar slang, this term has evolved into a common way to describe being in a desperate or difficult situation. While its literal meaning is highly offensive and sexual, the metaphorical usage is frequently heard among younger speakers to express frustration or bad luck. It carries a strong sense of self-inflicted misfortune or being stuck in a bind.

Examples

keoi5佢seng4成jat6日laai2奶sai1西，gaau2搞dou3到zi6自gei2己jat1一san1身ngai5蟻。

He is always getting into trouble and ends up in a mess.

gam1今ci3次zan1真hai6係laai2奶sai1西laa3喇，fan2份bou3報gou3告m4唔gin3見zo2咗。

We are really in deep trouble this time, the report is missing.

Common phrases

naai5奶saai3晒sai1西

totally screwed

Common mistake

Because of its vulgar origin, this term is highly inappropriate in professional, formal, or polite social settings. Using it in front of elders or in a workplace will likely be perceived as offensive or extremely rude regardless of the intended metaphorical meaning.