bok3 caau2搏炒
Jyutpingbok3 caau2
Yalebok cháau
Definition
To risk getting fired, or to deliberately act in a way that gets oneself dismissed.
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How it's used
This phrase combines the act of taking a risk with the colloquial term for being fired. It implies a reckless disregard for job security, often used when someone behaves in a way that makes their termination seem inevitable or intentional. It carries a slightly judgmental or incredulous tone, highlighting the absurdity of the person's actions.
Examples
He is always late; he is really risking getting fired.
Related words
Common phrases
behavior that risks getting fired
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a formal term, but it is strictly colloquial and should never be used in professional emails or formal workplace discussions. It is also important to note that it describes the action of risking one's job, not the act of firing someone else.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
