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Definition
To make someone change their ways or opinions, or to win them over.
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How it's used
轉軚 is a metaphorical term derived from the steering wheel of a vehicle. It is frequently used in political or social contexts to describe someone shifting their allegiance or changing their opinion on a specific issue. While it implies a change of direction, it often carries a slight nuance of inconsistency or opportunism depending on the speaker's tone.
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Common phrases
to change one's stance to support
to switch sides
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general verbs for changing like 變 or 改. Remember that 轉軚 specifically refers to a change in stance, position, or loyalty, rather than a general change in state or appearance.
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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.
