sei2 deoi3 tau4死對頭死对头
Jyutpingsei2 deoi3 tau4
Yaleséi deui tàuh
Definition
Sworn enemy; bitter foe.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of long-standing, intense rivalry that often feels personal or inevitable. It is frequently used to describe people who are constantly at odds, whether in a professional, academic, or social setting. Unlike a generic enemy, it implies a history of conflict where neither side is willing to back down.
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The two of them have been sworn enemies since they were little.
Why do you have to work with your sworn enemy?
Related words
Common phrases
to be sworn enemies
turned into sworn enemies
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a casual disagreement or a temporary annoyance. It implies a deep-seated, ongoing antagonism, so applying it to someone you just met or had a minor spat with sounds overly dramatic or confusing.
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Grammar guides
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