hip3 cung4脅從胁从
Jyutpinghip3 cung4
Yalehip chùhng
Definition
To be forced or coerced into participating in a crime as an accomplice; to follow under duress.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the act of following someone into wrongdoing because of coercion or pressure. It carries a formal or legalistic tone, often appearing in news reports or formal discussions about criminal activities rather than casual conversation. It implies a lack of agency, distinguishing the person from a willing participant.
Examples
He was forced to be an accomplice, not voluntarily.
Why did you follow his lead and help him do these bad things?
Related words
Common phrases
forced to be an accomplice under duress
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe simple peer pressure or following a friend's suggestion in a casual setting. It is reserved for situations involving serious threats or significant power imbalances where one feels compelled to comply.
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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.
