a slap in the face — an action or statement that is insulting or humiliating to someone
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an action or statement that is insulting or humiliating to someone
Pronunciation (IPA): /ə slæp ɪn ðə feɪs/
Korean meaning: 모욕적이거나 굴욕적인 행위나 말
Korean pronunciation: 어 **슬**랩 인 더 **페**이스
Example Sentences
- When my ex showed up to my wedding with my former best friend, it felt like a slap in the face.
- The company's decision to cut bonuses while giving executives raises was a slap in the face to employees.
- Getting a parking ticket on my birthday felt like a slap in the face from the universe.
a slap in the face
NOUN//ə slæp ɪn ðə feɪs//
an action or statement that is insulting or humiliating to someone
Getting passed over for the promotion felt like a slap in the face after years of loyalty.
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Origin
실제 뺨을 때리는 물리적 행위에서 비롯된 관용구로, 갑작스럽고 충격적인 모욕이나 거절을 표현하는 은유적 표현이 되었습니다.
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📝Examples
“When my ex showed up to my wedding with my former best friend, it felt like a slap in the face.”
“The company's decision to cut bonuses while giving executives raises was a slap in the face to employees.”
“Getting a parking ticket on my birthday felt like a slap in the face from the universe.”
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