tin1 faan1 dei6 fuk1天翻地覆
Jyutpingtin1 faan1 dei6 fuk1
Yaletīn fāan deih fūk
Definition
Heaven and earth turning upside down; used to describe a massive change or a state of complete disorder.
- a massive change; turning everything upside down
- a state of complete disorder or chaos
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How it's used
Focus on the intensity of the transformation or chaos being described. It is often used to emphasize that the current state is unrecognizable compared to the past, whether referring to a physical mess or a major shift in circumstances.
Examples
Society has changed drastically over the past few years.
They have turned the house completely upside down.
Related words
Common phrases
to cause complete chaos
to change drastically
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe minor changes or slight inconveniences, as it implies a total upheaval that affects the entire environment or situation.
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