hoi6 man4害民
Jyutpinghoi6 man4
Yalehoih màhn
Definition
To harm citizens or damage the livelihood of the people.
colloquialpeople
How it's used
This term carries a strong sense of moral condemnation, often used to criticize government policies or actions that negatively impact the public. It is far more formal and politically charged than everyday words like 搞亂 or 麻煩. You will most frequently encounter it in political commentary or heated debates regarding social welfare and governance.
Examples
What they are doing is really harming the people.
Related words
Common phrases
policy that harms the people
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a common verb like 傷害, but it is specifically reserved for actions that affect the general public or society at large rather than individuals.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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