si2 fat1 han4屎忽痕
Jyutpingsi2 fat1 han4
Yalesí fāt hàhn
Definition
To do something unnecessary that invites trouble; to be restless or looking for mischief.
colloquialbodyslang
How it's used
This expression is a vivid way to describe someone who cannot sit still or is actively seeking out unnecessary complications. It implies that the person is bored or restless and decides to stir up trouble just to have something to do. While it sounds vulgar due to the inclusion of 屎忽, it is extremely common in casual, informal settings among friends and colleagues.
Examples
Why are you being so restless and causing all this trouble?
He is always looking for trouble and likes to challenge his boss's bottom line.
Related words
Common phrases
to stir up trouble out of boredom
Common mistake
Do not use this in formal or professional settings, as it is considered crude and potentially offensive. It is strictly for casual conversation among people who are comfortable with each other.
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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.
