lei6 jau5利誘利诱
Jyutpinglei6 jau5
Yaleleih yáuh
Definition
To lure, entice, or bribe someone with benefits or money.
neutralpeoplemoney
How it's used
Often used in contexts involving corruption or unethical persuasion, this term carries a strong negative connotation of manipulation. It is frequently paired with 威迫 to describe a combination of pressure and bribery tactics. Unlike simple offers of reward, it implies a calculated attempt to compromise someone's integrity.
Examples
He wants to use money to lure me into doing things for him.
You must not let yourself be lured by benefits.
Related words
Common phrases
threaten and bribe
Common mistake
Learners sometimes mistake this for a positive term like offering a reward or incentive, but it is almost exclusively used to describe predatory or illicit behavior.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
