ci4 teoi3辭退辞退
Jyutpingci4 teoi3
Yalechìh teui
Definition
To dismiss, fire, or sack an employee and terminate their contract.
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How it's used
Formal in tone, this term is typically reserved for official communication or serious discussions regarding employment termination. While it carries the same meaning as the more common colloquial term 炒魷魚, it is used in professional contexts like HR letters or formal reports rather than casual conversation.
Examples
He was fired by the boss because he was always late.
Be careful, you might get fired by the company for not taking your work seriously.
Related words
Common phrases
to be dismissed
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual settings when talking to friends, as it sounds overly stiff or bureaucratic. Use 炒魷魚 instead for everyday speech.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
