English–Chinese
“throw a tantrum” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinshuǎ lài
Example
孩子又在耍赖，不想吃饭。hái zi yòu zài shuǎ lài bù xiǎng chī fàn
The child is throwing another tantrum and doesn't want to eat.
How to say “throw a tantrum” in Chinese
“Throw a tantrum” in Chinese is 耍赖 (shuǎ lài).
Uses anger, feigned innocence, or excuses to make another person give way.
Example sentences with 耍赖
他签了合同后又想耍赖，不肯履行承诺。tā qiān le hé tóng hòu yòu xiǎng shuǎ lài bù kěn lǚ xíng chéng nuò
After signing the contract, he tried to throw another tantrum and refused to honor his promise.
Tips for using 耍赖
- 耍赖 (shuǎlài, "act difficult") is common in everyday complaints but can sound disrespectful toward an unfamiliar person or in a formal conversation.