koeng4 kyun4強權强权
Jyutpingkoeng4 kyun4
Yalekèuhng kyùhn
Definition
Power, might, or the use of authority and status to impose one's will.
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How it's used
Carries a strong negative connotation, almost exclusively used to describe an abuse of authority or an oppressive force. It implies that the power being exercised is illegitimate, coercive, or unfair rather than simply authoritative or strong. It is frequently used in political or workplace contexts to criticize those who force their will upon others.
Examples
He always uses his power to oppress his subordinates, it is so annoying.
Facing such power, we cannot give in so easily.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 權力, which is a neutral term for power or authority. Using 強權 to describe a legitimate leader or a fair boss will sound like you are accusing them of being a tyrant.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
