kwan2 bong2捆綁捆绑
Jyutpingkwan2 bong2
Yalekwán bóng
Definition
To tie up with a rope or cord; also to bundle choices together.
- to tie up, bind, or secure something with rope or cord
- figurativeto bundle multiple options together, forcing an all-or-nothing decision
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How it's used
Beyond the literal physical act of tying something with rope, this term is frequently used in business and politics to describe bundling services or policies. It carries a sense of restriction or lack of choice, implying that one cannot select individual items without accepting the whole package. It is a formal term that has successfully migrated into everyday discussions about contracts and consumer rights.
Examples
He tied up all the goods securely with rope.
Is this plan bundling several projects together?
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Common mistake
Do not use this word for tying shoelaces or hair, as those actions require specific verbs like 綁 or 紮. Using 捆綁 in those contexts sounds overly dramatic or technical, as if you are securing a prisoner or a heavy cargo.
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