caau2 lou5 baan2 jau4 jyu2炒老板魷魚炒老板鱿鱼
Jyutpingcaau2 lou5 baan2 jau4 jyu2
Yalecháau lóuh báan yàuh yú
Definition
To resign from a job, or to fire one's boss.
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How it's used
Literally meaning to stir-fry squid for the boss, this idiom is a humorous way to describe resigning from a position. It is distinct from the more common phrase 俾人炒魷魚, which refers to being fired by an employer. Using this phrase implies a sense of agency and decisiveness, often used when someone has finally had enough of a toxic work environment.
Examples
I am going to quit my job tomorrow.
Are you really sure you want to quit your job?
Related words
Common phrases
to fire or be fired
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 俾人炒魷魚, which is passive and means to be fired. Using the active voice incorrectly can lead to confusion about whether you are the one leaving or the one being let go.
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