se4 dou1 sei2蛇都死
Jyutpingse4 dou1 sei2
Yalesèh dōu séi
Definition
Extremely difficult to deal with or manage.
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How it's used
This expression emphasizes the extreme level of difficulty or frustration involved in a task. It conveys a sense of hopelessness, suggesting that the situation is so tough that even a resilient creature like a snake would succumb to it. It is frequently used to describe bureaucratic red tape or tasks that require an unreasonable amount of effort.
Examples
This business deal is really a nightmare to handle.
Related words
Common phrases
to make something incredibly difficult to handle
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a person who is physically dangerous or scary. It specifically refers to the complexity or tediousness of a situation, task, or problem, rather than the threat level of an individual.
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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.
