fung1 saat3封殺封杀
Definition
To block, ban, or shut down completely; to prevent something from appearing or being accessed using any means.
How it's used
Originating from baseball terminology referring to a force out, this term has evolved into a powerful metaphor for systematic exclusion or censorship. It implies a deliberate, total effort to cut off someone's access or influence, rather than a simple refusal. It carries a strong, often aggressive tone, frequently appearing in political or corporate contexts where one party attempts to silence another.
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Avoid using this for simple physical blocking, like closing a door or standing in someone's way, as those are better described by 攔住 or 擋住. It is specifically reserved for abstract or systemic suppression of rights, opportunities, or information.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
