maak3 daai6 ngaan5 laai6 niu6擘大眼瀨尿掰大眼濑尿
Jyutpingmaak3 daai6 ngaan5 laai6 niu6
Yalemaak daaih ngáahn laaih niuh
Definition
To blatantly do something wrong in the open despite knowing full well that it is wrong.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This idiom describes a situation where someone acts with complete disregard for social norms or truth, essentially doing something wrong right in front of others while pretending it is acceptable. It carries a strong sense of indignation or disbelief from the speaker. The imagery is quite visceral, implying a level of shamelessness that is impossible to ignore.
Examples
He is blatantly lying, even after doing something wrong he still insists he is right.
Related words
Common phrases
to open one's eyes wide
Common mistake
Do not use this phrase in formal settings or professional environments as it is highly colloquial and aggressive. It is strictly reserved for expressing strong disapproval of someone's blatant dishonesty or audacity in personal arguments.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
