loeng5 baai6 keoi1 soeng1兩敗俱傷两败俱伤
Jyutpingloeng5 baai6 keoi1 soeng1
Yaleléuhng baaih kēui sēung
Definition
Both sides suffer and lose, with neither party emerging as a clear winner or benefiting from the conflict.
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How it's used
Often used in business or interpersonal conflicts to describe a situation where the cost of winning is too high for either side. It carries a sense of regret or warning that the current path of escalation will destroy everyone involved. Unlike simple arguments, it implies a prolonged struggle that leaves both parties significantly worse off.
Examples
The two of them fought until both sides were ruined, and in the end, nobody won.
Why do you have to wait until both sides are hurt before you are willing to stop?
Related words
Common phrases
to cause a situation where both sides lose
to fight until both sides are ruined
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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.
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
