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Pet hate Meaning in English

expression

ˈpɛt/ /ˈheɪt
PET-HAYT
pˈɛt/ /hˈeɪt
PET-HAYT

释义

A small thing or habit that especially annoys or irritates you, even though it may not bother other people.

用法与细微差别

Mainly British English; American English uses 'pet peeve' more often. Always informal. Typical usage: 'one of my pet hates is...' Used to emphasize personal irritation about minor things.

例句

Loud chewing is my pet hate.

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My dad's pet hate is people being late.

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Leaving dirty dishes is Anna’s pet hate.

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One of my biggest pet hates is people who don't use turn signals.

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Coffee stains on the table are a real pet hate of mine.

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You know what my pet hate is? People talking loudly on the phone.

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