nau2 man4扭紋扭纹
Jyutpingnau2 man4
Yalenáu màhn
Definition
To throw a tantrum, behave in a demanding, crying, or fussy manner, typically of a child.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
Describes a specific type of behavior where someone, usually a child, expresses dissatisfaction through whining, crying, or stubbornness to get their way. It captures the sense of being unreasonable or difficult to manage rather than just being naughty. While primarily used for children, it can occasionally be applied to adults who are acting petulant or overly demanding in a childish manner.
Examples
The kid is being difficult and refusing to eat again.
Related words
Common phrases
a very difficult or demanding child
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 頑皮, which refers to general mischief or playing around. 扭紋 specifically implies a state of emotional distress or whining used as a tactic to demand something.
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