baau3 wok6 daai6 je5爆鑊大嘢爆镬大嘢
Jyutpingbaau3 wok6 daai6 je5
Yalebaau wohk daaih yéh
Definition
To expose a major scandal; to bring hidden secrets to light.
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How it's used
This phrase carries a strong sense of impending chaos or social destruction. It is often used as a threat or a warning that someone is about to reveal information that will cause significant reputational damage. The term 鑊 specifically refers to a disaster or a mess, so using it in this context emphasizes the scale of the fallout.
Examples
Their company had a huge scandal exposed, and the entire management team had to resign.
Are you trying to expose a big scandal and get everyone fired?
Related words
Common phrases
to bring a big scandal out into the open
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply telling a secret. It implies a public, explosive revelation that causes a major crisis for the person involved.
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