jung6 mou5用武
Jyutpingjung6 mou5
Yaleyuhng móuh
Definition
To use force, or to have the opportunity to display one's abilities or talents.
- to use force; to resort to violence
- to display one's abilities, talents, or skills
colloquialworkpeople
How it's used
This expression is almost exclusively used in the phrase 用武之地, which refers to a platform or opportunity to showcase one's skills. It carries a slightly formal or literary weight, often appearing in discussions about career growth or personal potential. While it contains the word for force, it is rarely used in a literal violent context in modern conversation.
Examples
He has absolutely no place to display his talents at this company.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a verb meaning to use physical force, but it is idiomatic and functions as a noun phrase describing a stage for one's abilities.
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Grammar guides
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