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Definition
To be punished or blamed together with others for a crime or mistake committed by one person.
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How it's used
Originally a legal term referring to collective punishment in imperial China, it is now often used metaphorically in workplace or social settings. It carries a strong sense of injustice, implying that the speaker feels they are being unfairly implicated in someone else's mistake. It is rarely used in casual conversation unless someone is expressing frustration about being held accountable for a colleague's or family member's error.
Examples
He did something wrong alone, don't punish us along with him.
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Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a general term for working together or group cooperation, but it strictly implies negative consequences or punishment. It should never be used to describe positive collective action.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
