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Definition
To outrage public decency or be detrimental to society's morals.
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How it's used
Used primarily in formal or semi-formal contexts to criticize behavior that violates social norms or moral standards. It carries a strong sense of moral judgment and is often used in news reports or by older generations to condemn public displays of indecency. While it sounds quite serious, it can sometimes be used sarcastically to mock someone's overly conservative or prudish attitude.
Examples
Doing that in the street is really an outrage to public decency.
Such behavior is simply detrimental to public morals, don't copy it.
Related words
Common phrases
behavior that is an outrage to public decency
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a simple description of something being 'bad' or 'rude', but it specifically refers to public decency and moral standards. It is not used for minor social faux pas or general bad manners.
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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.
