se6 lei1 ngaan5射喱眼
Jyutpingse6 lei1 ngaan5
Yaleseh lēi ngáahn
Definition
Strabismus; cross-eyedness or squinting.
colloquialbodyhealth
How it's used
Describes a condition where the eyes do not align properly, often referred to as being cross-eyed or wall-eyed. While it is a common descriptive term, it can sound blunt or slightly mocking depending on the tone and context. It is generally better to use more clinical terms like 斜視 when discussing medical conditions in a formal setting.
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Avoid using this term to describe someone's appearance in a casual or joking manner, as it can be perceived as offensive or rude. It is not a neutral medical diagnosis in the eyes of the person being described.
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