zeoi2 miu2 miu2嘴喵喵
Jyutpingzeoi2 miu2 miu2
Yalejéui míu míu
Definition
To look down on people; to behave in a disrespectful or condescending manner.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
Describes a facial expression or attitude that signals disdain, arrogance, or a lack of respect for others. It often implies a physical curling of the lips or a sneering look that suggests the person is unimpressed or dismissive of someone else's worth or opinion.
Examples
He is always looking down on people, as if he thinks he's better than everyone.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with physical descriptions of actual cats or literal mouth movements, as it is strictly used to describe a negative, condescending attitude.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
