bei6 hung3被控
Jyutpingbei6 hung3
Yalebeih hung
Definition
To be charged with a crime; to be accused of an offense.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in legal or formal news contexts. While it describes a legal status, it is often paired with specific crime names to clarify the nature of the accusation. It carries a serious tone and is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing legal matters.
Examples
He was charged with theft and has to go to court to explain.
Do you know what crime he was charged with?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use it in everyday arguments to mean blamed or scolded, but it is strictly reserved for formal legal charges. For general blame, use 俾人鬧 or 俾人怪責 instead.
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