sei2 san4死神
Jyutpingsei2 san4
Yaleséi sàhn
Definition
The god of death; the Grim Reaper.
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How it's used
Refers to a personification of death or someone who brings bad luck or destruction to others. It is frequently used metaphorically to describe someone who seems to cause misfortune or death in their surroundings. While it carries a dark connotation, it is often used in casual conversation to tease someone who is perceived as a jinx.
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go3個goExamples
He is like a god of death, bringing disaster wherever he goes.
Are you trying to be the god of death and scare the kids?
Related words
Common phrases
the arrival of the god of death
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Grammar guides
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