bik1 gung1逼宮逼宫
Jyutpingbik1 gung1
Yalebīk gūng
Definition
To force a monarch to abdicate, or to pressure a superior to step down or make concessions.
- literaryto force a monarch to abdicate or compromise
- figurativeto pressure a superior or leader to step down, make concessions, or change personnel
colloquialworkpeople
How it's used
Originally referring to the historical act of forcing an emperor to abdicate, this term has evolved into a common metaphor in modern office politics. It describes a situation where subordinates collectively pressure a superior to resign or concede to their demands. It carries a strong sense of confrontation and organized rebellion against authority.
Examples
Several department heads teamed up to force the boss to make a change.
nei5你hai6係mai6咪soeng2想bik1逼gung1宮aa4呀？gam3咁joeng2樣deoi3對zyu6住soeng6上si1司gong2講je5嘢hou2好mou2冇lai5禮maau6貌wo5喎。
Are you trying to force the boss's hand? It's very rude to talk to your superior like that.
Related words
Common phrases
to join forces to pressure a superior
a move to force a superior to step down
Common mistake
Do not use this term for simple disagreements or minor requests. It implies a serious, often hostile, collective effort to remove someone from power or force a major policy shift, making it inappropriate for casual workplace feedback.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
