maai6 gwok3 caak6賣國賊卖国贼
Jyutpingmaai6 gwok3 caak6
Yalemaaih gwok chaahk
Definition
National traitor; a derogatory term for someone who betrays their country.
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How it's used
This term carries a heavy, aggressive tone and is almost exclusively used in political or historical contexts to condemn someone for betraying their country. It is a highly charged label that implies moral corruption and disloyalty, often used to incite public anger or shame. Unlike milder terms for betrayal, this specifically targets those perceived as selling out national interests to foreign powers.
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He has been called a national traitor his whole life.
Who would dare to be a national traitor?
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Common phrases
down with the national traitor
Common mistake
Learners should avoid using this term in casual conversation or lighthearted arguments, as it is a severe insult that can easily escalate conflict or cause serious offense.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
