bou6 tou4暴徒
Jyutpingbou6 tou4
Yalebouh tòuh
Definition
Rioter, thug, or violent criminal who disrupts public order and harms others.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong negative connotation and is typically used in news reports or formal discussions regarding civil unrest. It specifically highlights the use of physical force or illegal disruption, distinguishing it from general protesters. Using it in casual conversation can sound quite aggressive or politically charged.
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That group of rioters is causing destruction all over the street.
Have the police caught that rioter yet?
Related words
Common phrases
thuggish behavior
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe peaceful protesters, as it implies criminal intent and violent behavior. It is a loaded term that shifts the focus entirely to the illegal nature of the actions taken.
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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.
