cin1 ji1 baak3 seon6千依百順千依百顺
Jyutpingcin1 ji1 baak3 seon6
Yalechīn yī baak seuhn
Definition
To be completely submissive and obedient to others; to do whatever another person says.
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How it's used
This idiom describes a person who lacks personal boundaries or assertiveness in a relationship. It often carries a slightly negative connotation, implying that the person is being overly accommodating or weak-willed. While it can describe genuine devotion, it is frequently used to criticize someone for letting others walk all over them.
Examples
He is truly at his girlfriend's beck and call.
Don't be so submissive to him, he will just get worse.
Related words
Common phrases
to be submissive to someone
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a positive trait like being polite or helpful, but it specifically refers to a lack of independent opinion or a submissive attitude that can be unhealthy in relationships.
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