juk6 seoi3玉碎
Jyutpingjuk6 seoi3
Yaleyuhk seui
Definition
To die an honorable death rather than compromise or surrender; to self-destruct.
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How it's used
Carries a strong sense of tragic heroism or extreme desperation, implying a choice to be destroyed rather than compromise one's principles. It is rarely used in casual conversation and often appears in dramatic contexts, historical narratives, or heated arguments where someone threatens to ruin everything for both parties involved.
Examples
He would rather die with honor than surrender.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe literal broken jade or accidental damage, as it is strictly a metaphorical idiom for self-destruction or mutual ruin.
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