lok6 toi4落臺落台
Jyutpinglok6 toi4
Yalelohk tòih
Definition
To step down from the stage, or to step down from a position or power.
- to step down or leave the stage
- to step down from a position of power, office, or authority
- to get out of an embarrassing situation
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How it's used
Beyond the literal meaning of stepping off a physical stage, this term is frequently used metaphorically in political or organizational contexts to mean stepping down from a position of power. It carries a sense of finality or forced departure, often implying the end of someone's influence or tenure.
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Common phrases
forced to step down
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 落台, which is a common variant in writing but often carries a stronger connotation of being forced out of office compared to the more neutral act of leaving a performance stage.
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