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Jyutpingcing1 cing1 baak6 baak6
Yalechīng chīng baahk baahk
Definition
Completely innocent, spotless, or pure; free from guilt, suspicion, or corruption.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong moral weight, often used to defend one's reputation against accusations of corruption or wrongdoing. It implies not just a lack of guilt, but a life lived with transparency and integrity. It is frequently employed in serious contexts like legal disputes or when someone's character is under public scrutiny.
Examples
He is an honest person and would never deceive anyone.
Do you dare to say that your whole life has been clean and innocent?
Related words
Common phrases
to live an honest and upright life
to have a clean record throughout one's life
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a literal description of cleanliness, but it is strictly metaphorical. It refers to moral purity rather than physical hygiene or the absence of dirt.
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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.
