saa1 can4 baak6 fok3沙塵白霍沙尘白霍
Jyutpingsaa1 can4 baak6 fok3
Yalesā chàhn baahk fok
Definition
Boastful, arrogant, and fond of showing off.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong negative connotation, specifically targeting someone who is loud, arrogant, and prone to bragging about their own abilities. It is often used to describe someone whose overconfidence makes others feel uncomfortable or annoyed. The phrase implies a lack of substance behind the person's claims.
Examples
He is always so boastful, it is really annoying.
Don't be so arrogant, it is better to be humble.
Related words
Common phrases
always being boastful
an arrogant attitude
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general term for being confident, but it is strictly derogatory. Using it to describe someone who is simply self-assured or proud of a genuine achievement will sound overly harsh or insulting.
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