pik1癖
Jyutpingpik1
Yalepīk
Definition
A special interest, hobby, urge, craving, or addiction towards something.
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How it's used
Often used in the phrase 鋪癖 to describe a specific, somewhat peculiar habit or obsession that someone cannot seem to shake. It carries a slightly playful or mocking tone when referring to someone's quirks, implying that the behavior is a bit unusual or obsessive. While it can refer to serious addictions, it is frequently applied to harmless personal idiosyncrasies.
Examples
He loves collecting old things, he really has a habit of doing that.
Related words
Common phrases
a particular hobby or penchant
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 習慣, which is a neutral word for a routine or habit. 癖 implies a stronger, more intense, or slightly eccentric attachment that goes beyond a simple daily routine.
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