verb · to choke (because of swallowing the wrong way)

他喝水太快，呛到了。

adjective · to irritate the nose or throat; to be pungent (due to smoke, steam, or strong smells)

厨房里的辣椒味很呛。

verb · to shout at, scold, or speak out against someone (colloquial, particularly in Taiwan)

他无缘无故被主管呛了一顿。