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# Lao kui

Pronunciation audio: https://singlish-media.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/153-Lao%20Kui.mp3

## Meaning

Embarrassed or to lose face.

## Example

> Walau I fell in front of everyone, so *lao kui*!

Example audio: https://singlish-media.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/153-Lao%20Kui-1.mp3

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