惹祸

惹祸 means to cause disaster or misfortune, often through one's own actions. It implies that the speaker or someone else has brought about a negative consequence, usually unintentionally.

The character 惹 (rě) means 'to provoke' or 'to incite,' while 祸 (huò) means 'disaster' or 'calamity.' Together, they form a phrase that suggests provoking a bad outcome, often due to carelessness or recklessness.

It is commonly used in daily conversation to describe situations where someone's behavior leads to trouble. In Chinese culture, it is often associated with the idea of being cautious and avoiding unnecessary conflict, as causing disaster can have serious consequences for individuals and families.