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South Korea slang
Someone who is a burden or trouble (literally "fire dragon," implies bringing trouble)
Safe to use?
Avoid using it with strangers or in formal settings.
Tone
Can sound rude or teasing depending on tone.
Region
South Korea
Formality
Informal.
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hwaryeong-i (화룡이) means Someone who is a burden or trouble (literally "fire dragon," implies bringing trouble). It is best read as south korea slang associated with South Korea.
"hwaryeong-i (화룡이)" means Someone who is a burden or trouble (literally "fire dragon," implies bringing trouble). In South Korea, the nuance may be more specific.
Can sound rude or teasing depending on tone.
Avoid using it with strangers or in formal settings.
Context-dependent
A rude, obnoxious, or contemptible person (vulgar).
Fool; idiot (mild, often used playfully among friends)
Dunce; blockhead; goofball.
Dull; slow-witted; ignorant.
Sister-f***er (extremely vulgar, highly offensive).
An insult or successful retort.
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