biu2 taai3表態表态
Jyutpingbiu2 taai3
Yalebíu taai
Definition
To declare one's stand; to make known one's position or attitude towards an issue.
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How it's used
Often used in political or formal organizational contexts, this term carries a sense of pressure to commit to a specific side or opinion. It implies that silence or neutrality is no longer an option and that a clear, public statement is required. While it sounds formal, it is frequently used in everyday discussions about workplace politics or social issues.
Examples
What is your view on this matter? Hurry up and declare your position.
He has been refusing to declare his position throughout the meeting.
Related words
Common phrases
refuse to declare one's position
publicly declare one's position
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply expressing an opinion, which is usually 發表意見. 表態 specifically carries the weight of choosing a side or committing to a stance that others can hold you accountable for.
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