min6 muk6 ho2 zang1面目可憎
Jyutpingmin6 muk6 ho2 zang1
Yalemihn muhk hó jāng
Definition
Repulsive in appearance because of one's bad personality or behavior.
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How it's used
This idiom describes someone whose inner ugliness or moral corruption is so profound that it manifests in their physical appearance. It is a very strong, formal-sounding expression that is rarely used in casual lighthearted conversation. It carries a heavy weight of moral judgment rather than just commenting on someone's natural facial features.
Examples
He did such despicable things, he really looks repulsive.
Related words
Common phrases
a repulsive-looking appearance
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a simple description of physical ugliness. It specifically implies that the person's character or behavior is the cause of the repulsion, so it should not be used to describe someone who is simply unattractive.
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