laat6 zoek6辣著辣着
Jyutpinglaat6 zoek6
Yalelaaht jeuhk
Definition
To provoke, anger, or trigger someone; to spark a conflict.
colloquialemotionpeople
How it's used
Literally meaning to set something on fire, this term is used metaphorically to describe triggering someone's anger or causing a confrontation. It implies that the person was previously calm or neutral until the action acted as a spark. It is most commonly used in the context of avoiding unnecessary trouble or conflict.
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Do not confuse this with the literal meaning of being spicy or hot. It is strictly a figurative expression for starting a fight or annoying someone.
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Grammar guides
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