bok3 ceot1 wai6搏出位
Jyutpingbok3 ceot1 wai6
Yalebok chēut waih
Definition
To try hard to get noticed, gain attention, or make a name for oneself.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly negative or cynical connotation, often implying that the person is being desperate, attention-seeking, or insincere. It is frequently used in the context of entertainment, social media, or office politics where someone is perceived as trying too hard to gain recognition at the expense of others or their own dignity.
Examples
He is always acting up on social media just to get attention.
Related words
Common phrases
attention-seeking behavior
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply working hard or being ambitious. While it involves effort, the focus is specifically on the performative aspect of gaining fame or visibility rather than the quality of the work itself.
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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.
