duk1 fui1篤灰笃灰
Jyutpingduk1 fui1
Yaledūk fūi
Definition
To snitch, tip off, or blow the whistle on someone to the authorities.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of moral condemnation, implying that the act of reporting is motivated by malice or a desire to sabotage someone rather than a sense of justice. It is frequently used in office or school environments to describe someone who curries favor with superiors by reporting their peers' minor infractions. The imagery suggests a hidden, cowardly act of pointing a finger behind someone's back.
Examples
He always snitches, so nobody dares to tell him secrets.
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Common mistake
Do not use this term in formal or professional settings, as it is highly derogatory and implies that the person being reported is a victim of unfair betrayal. It is strictly a colloquial term for informal social contexts.
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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.
