ngaak6 ci3 ci3逆次次
Jyutpingngaak6 ci3 ci3
Yalengaahk chi chi
Definition
To go against someone's wishes, or to feel uneasy as a result of doing so.
colloquialemotion
How it's used
Describes a specific internal feeling of resistance or psychological discomfort when forced to act against one's own values or preferences. It is often used to justify why someone is refusing a request or why they feel awkward in a particular social situation. The term carries a nuance of being coerced into a situation that goes against the grain of one's personality.
Examples
He always wants me to do these things, it really makes me feel so uncomfortable.
Related words
Common phrases
to feel uneasy/forced
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with feeling physically uncomfortable or shy, but it specifically refers to the friction between one's own will and external pressure. It is not used to describe physical pain or general awkwardness in a social setting.
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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.
