heoi3 lau4去留
Jyutpingheoi3 lau4
Yaleheui làuh
Definition
The status or decision of whether to leave or stay, usually regarding one's future path.
neutralworkpeople
How it's used
This term is formal and often appears in business or political contexts when discussing someone's employment or status. It functions as a noun representing the binary choice between exiting or remaining in a position. While it sounds serious, it is perfectly acceptable in professional workplace conversations.
Examples
Regarding his departure or stay, the company has not yet made a decision.
Have you thought clearly about whether to stay in or leave this job?
Related words
Common phrases
decide whether to stay or leave
discuss the departure or stay
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual social settings, as it sounds overly heavy and bureaucratic. For simple everyday situations like deciding whether to leave a party or stay, use 走定留 instead.
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