sei2 hau2 cau3死口臭
Jyutpingsei2 hau2 cau3
Yaleséi háu chau
Definition
To have a foul mouth; describing someone who always says annoying, rude, or offensive things.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
This term is used to describe someone who habitually speaks in a way that is intentionally provocative, offensive, or just plain unpleasant. It carries a strong sense of annoyance and implies that the person's speech is toxic or bitter. Unlike simply being rude, it suggests a recurring pattern of behavior that ruins the mood of a conversation.
Examples
The way they talk is so annoying and rude, it's hard to listen to.
Why are you being so rude? Your words are so unpleasant.
Related words
Common phrases
a person who is habitually rude and annoying
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with literal bad breath, which is usually described as 口臭. While the word contains the character for bad breath, it is used metaphorically to describe a person's attitude and speech patterns rather than their physical hygiene.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
