lau4 fong3流放
Jyutpinglau4 fong3
Yalelàuh fong
Definition
To banish or exile a convicted criminal to a remote area.
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How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used in historical or literary contexts to describe imperial punishments. It carries a heavy, somber tone because it implies a permanent separation from society and often a death sentence due to the harsh conditions of the journey. You will rarely hear it used in modern daily life unless discussing history or using it metaphorically to describe someone being sent away to a place they dislike.
Examples
In ancient times, emperors often banished criminals to the frontier.
He committed a grave mistake and was exiled to live on a deserted island.
Related words
Common phrases
exiled to the frontier
exiled to a deserted island
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 搬屋 or 移民, which imply voluntary or administrative relocation. 流放 specifically carries the weight of legal punishment and forced removal by an authority.
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