hei1 aat3欺壓欺压
Jyutpinghei1 aat3
Yalehēi aat
Definition
To bully and oppress; to use power to coerce or intimidate the weak.
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How it's used
Focuses on the abuse of power or status to mistreat those with less influence. It is a formal term often used in news, social commentary, or serious discussions about injustice rather than casual playground bullying. When describing interpersonal bullying among peers, terms like 蝦 or 恰 are much more common.
Examples
They are always bullying the new colleagues.
How can you bully the weak?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in everyday casual settings, as it sounds overly dramatic or academic. For simple bullying between friends or classmates, use 蝦 instead.
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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.
