jau5誘诱
Jyutpingjau5
Yaleyáuh
Definition
To lure or entice someone into doing something, or to guide and lead.
- to lure, entice, or seduce someone into doing something
- literaryto guide, lead, or instruct
colloquialpeopledaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the act of leading someone astray or into a trap through temptation or deception. While it can appear in formal contexts, it is most commonly encountered in compounds like 誘惑 or 誘騙 to describe manipulative behavior. It implies a sense of calculated intent to influence someone's actions for a specific, often negative, outcome.
Examples
He used money to lure me into doing these bad things.
Don't let yourself be lured and deceived, be careful.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 勸, which carries a more neutral or positive connotation of persuading or advising someone. Using 誘 suggests a manipulative or sinister motive, making it inappropriate for friendly advice or encouragement.
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