pek3 nai4劈泥
Jyutpingpek3 nai4
Yalepek nàih
Definition
A pile of shit, used figuratively to refer to a completely useless person.
- a pile of feces
- slanga useless, lazy, or worthless person
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How it's used
This term is a harsh, derogatory way to describe someone who is lazy, incompetent, or completely unproductive. It carries a strong sense of disgust, likening a person to literal waste to emphasize their lack of value. It is strictly for informal, heated, or insulting contexts and should be avoided in any professional or polite setting.
Examples
He is like a pile of shit, completely useless at work.
Why are you always acting like a pile of shit? Hurry up and get to work.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with literal descriptions of dirt or soil. Using this to describe a person is a direct personal insult, not a mild criticism of behavior.
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