waai6 si6壞事坏事
Jyutpingwaai6 si6
Yalewaaih sih
Definition
Bad thing; an evil, immoral, or harmful deed.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to actions that are morally wrong, illegal, or malicious, rather than just unfortunate events. It carries a strong sense of disapproval and is often used when discussing someone's character or criminal behavior. Unlike generic terms for bad luck, it implies active intent to cause harm or violate social norms.
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He is always doing bad things behind people's backs, he is really awful.
Do you know what the consequences are for doing bad things?
Related words
Common phrases
to do something bad
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe unfortunate accidents or bad luck, such as missing a bus or losing an umbrella. For those situations, use 唔好彩 or 倒霉 instead.
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