jin1 mok6煙幕烟幕
Jyutpingjin1 mok6
Yaleyīn mohk
Definition
Smokescreen; military smoke cover or a deceptive tactic to hide the truth.
- smoke released to cover military operations
- figurativea facade or deceptive tactic used to conceal the truth or intentions
colloquialother
How it's used
Originally referring to military tactics, this term is now frequently used in political or corporate contexts to describe deceptive maneuvers. It implies that someone is intentionally creating confusion or distraction to hide their true motives or a lack of progress. The tone is almost always critical, suggesting that the person is being dishonest or manipulative.
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go3個goExamples
He is just putting up a smokescreen by talking so much nonsense.
Is this plan just a smokescreen?
Related words
Common phrases
to create a smokescreen
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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.
