waak6 faa1 hau2 min6畫花口面画花口面
Jyutpingwaak6 faa1 hau2 min6
Yalewaahk fā háu mihn
Definition
To spread rumors that distort the truth and defame someone's reputation.
colloquialcommunicationpeople
How it's used
This expression vividly describes the act of distorting facts to ruin someone's reputation, literally suggesting the act of drawing patterns on a face to make it look messy or ugly. It is specifically used for malicious gossip that turns a positive perception into a negative one. Use it when someone is actively trying to sabotage another person's character through lies.
Examples
He loves spreading rumors behind people's backs, making everyone distrust each other.
Don't listen to his nonsense, he is always spreading malicious rumors.
Related words
Common phrases
likes to spread malicious rumors
always spreading malicious rumors
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply telling a lie, as it specifically implies a calculated effort to smear someone's reputation or character. It is a strong accusation and should be used carefully in social contexts.
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