hak1 sau2 dong2黑手黨黑手党
Jyutpinghak1 sau2 dong2
Yalehāk sáu dóng
Definition
Mafia; a worldwide criminal organization originating from Italy.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the Italian organized crime syndicate or groups modeled after its structure. While it can be used metaphorically to describe any powerful, secretive, or corrupt organization, it carries a strong connotation of violence and rigid hierarchy. It is rarely used to describe local Hong Kong street gangs, for which terms like 黑社會 are preferred.
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This movie is about how the Mafia fights for territory.
Do you know how the Mafia operates?
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Italian Mafia
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