jam1 zat1 si6陰騭事阴骘事
Jyutpingjam1 zat1 si6
Yaleyām jāt sih
Definition
An evil, wicked, or harmful deed that is done in secret.
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How it's used
This term carries a strong moral weight, often implying that the actions will lead to supernatural or karmic retribution. It is frequently used in contexts involving betrayal, cruelty, or taking advantage of the vulnerable. Unlike general words for bad behavior, it specifically highlights the malicious or unethical nature of the act.
Examples
He is always doing wicked things, he will face retribution sooner or later.
Related words
Common phrases
to commit a wicked deed
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general terms for bad behavior like 壞事, as 陰騭事 implies a deeper, more sinister moral failing that invites karmic punishment.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
