lau4 maa5 niu6流馬尿流马尿
Jyutpinglau4 maa5 niu6
Yalelàuh máh niuh
Definition
To cry or shed tears.
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How it's used
Carries a dismissive or slightly mocking tone, as it literally translates to shedding horse urine. It is almost exclusively used to describe someone crying over trivial matters or being overly sentimental. Avoid using this to describe someone experiencing genuine, serious grief, as it would sound insensitive.
Examples
Why are you crying again?
She was crying while watching the movie.
Related words
Common phrases
always crying over nothing
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with literal crying, as it implies the tears are unnecessary or pathetic. Using it to describe a funeral or a tragic event will likely cause offense.
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Grammar guides
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