打脸 (dǎ liǎn) — Meaning 'to slap the face

Meaning 'to slap the face,' this slang is used to indicate that someone has been embarrassed or proven wrong, especially after boasting or making a bold statement. It can refer to situations in both personal and public contexts.

Example Usage

他之前自信满满,结果这次考试打脸了。

He was very confident before, but this exam proved him wrong.

Cultural Context

Often used in competitive environments or discussions about self-confidence where failure is involved.

Category: savage-humor