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Yalegāan sēung
Definition
A dishonest merchant, trader, or profiteer.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of moral condemnation and is used to label business owners who prioritize profit over ethics or public safety. It is frequently employed in news reports or casual complaints about price gouging and selling counterfeit goods. Unlike generic terms for business people, it specifically highlights the predatory nature of the individual's actions.
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This shop is run by a dishonest trader, definitely do not patronize it.
Why are you speaking up for those profiteers?
Related words
Common phrases
unscrupulous profiteer
boycott dishonest traders
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe someone who is simply a tough negotiator or a shrewd business person. It implies active deception or exploitation, so using it for a legitimate business owner who is just good at making money will sound like a serious personal attack.
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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.
