san4 san2 dei2臣臣地
Jyutpingsan4 san2 dei2
Yalesàhn sán déi
Definition
Strange, weird, or slightly odd.
colloquialdescriptionsemotion
How it's used
This term is used to describe a vague sense of unease or something that feels slightly off, rather than something overtly bizarre or shocking. It often implies a gut feeling that a situation or person is not quite right or is behaving in an unusual manner. It is a very casual, spoken-only expression that adds a layer of subjective suspicion to a description.
Examples
He is talking a bit strangely today.
Related words
Common phrases
to feel like something is off
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with words for physically strange or foreign objects, as it is almost exclusively used for situations, behaviors, or vibes that feel suspicious or uncomfortable.
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Grammar guides
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