caai4 long4 dong1 dou6豺狼當道豺狼当道

Jyutpingcaai4 long4 dong1 dou6

Yalechàaih lòhng dōng douh

語句

Definition

Wicked people in power; vicious tyrants ruling the land.

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How it's used

This idiom carries a heavy, critical tone used to describe a corrupt or oppressive political environment. It is almost exclusively used in serious commentary or when complaining about systemic injustice rather than in casual, lighthearted conversation. The imagery of wolves blocking the road highlights a sense of danger and lack of recourse for ordinary citizens.

Examples

ji1依gaa1家se5社wui2會caai4豺long4狼dong1當dou6道，hou2好jan4人naan4難zou6做aa4呀。

With wicked people in power these days, it is hard to be a good person.

dim2點gaai2解wui2會gaau2搞dou3到caai4豺long4狼dong1當dou6道，mou5冇saai3晒gung1公ji6義㗎？

How did it end up with tyrants in charge and no justice left?

Common phrases

se5社wui2會caai4豺long4狼dong1當dou6道

society is ruled by wicked people

Common mistake

Do not use this to describe a simple disagreement or a strict boss, as it implies a much more severe level of corruption or cruelty. It is a strong, politically charged expression that should be reserved for situations involving genuine abuse of power.