gwok3 gaa1 daai6 si6國家大事国家大事
Jyutpinggwok3 gaa1 daai6 si6
Yalegwok gā daaih sih
Definition
National affairs; matters of state.
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How it's used
Often used with a touch of irony or sarcasm in casual conversation to describe someone who acts overly serious about political matters. It functions as a set phrase that implies a sense of grandiosity, making it sound slightly pompous when applied to everyday personal issues.
Examples
He is always obsessed with talking about national affairs.
These are national affairs, how can we get involved?
Related words
Common phrases
to care about national affairs
to discuss national affairs
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe mundane office politics or local community issues, as the term specifically carries a weight of national or state-level significance.
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