zuk6 hei3俗氣俗气
Jyutpingzuk6 hei3
Yalejuhk hei
Definition
Vulgar; lacking in refinement or taste.
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How it's used
Focuses on aesthetics that appear cheap, outdated, or overly flashy. It is frequently used to critique fashion choices, interior decor, or artistic styles that lack sophistication. Unlike more severe insults, it specifically targets a lack of refined taste rather than moral character.
Examples
The color of this shirt is really tacky, it doesn't suit you.
Do you think this design is a bit too gaudy?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe people who are simply uneducated or rude, as it is strictly reserved for visual or stylistic judgments. Using it to describe a person's personality can sound unnecessarily harsh or elitist.
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Grammar guides
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