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Definition
To plunder, rob, or forcibly seize resources.
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How it's used
Primarily used in formal or literary contexts to describe large scale theft, pillaging, or the systematic exploitation of resources. It carries a heavy, serious tone that is rarely used for petty street crime or individual theft. When discussing common robbery or mugging in daily life, speakers prefer using 搶劫 or 搶嘢.
Examples
They plundered a lot of valuables and left.
Have the resources here been completely plundered by someone?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this word for everyday theft. It is far too dramatic for describing someone stealing a wallet or a phone, as it implies a violent or organized seizure of assets.
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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.
