gung1 ciu4工潮
Jyutpinggung1 ciu4
Yalegūng chìuh
Definition
Labour strike or industrial action organized by workers to protest against management.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to organized collective action by workers against management, often implying a prolonged or disruptive event. It carries a more serious, formal tone than simply saying workers are protesting. You will frequently hear it in news reports or discussions about labour disputes.
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The recent industrial action has caused a huge mess.
Do you know why the labour strike broke out?
Related words
Common phrases
an industrial action breaks out
to settle an industrial dispute
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 罷工, which specifically refers to the act of stopping work. While 罷工 is the primary method of a 工潮, the latter is a broader term for the entire industrial dispute or movement.
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