man4 jyun3民怨
Jyutpingman4 jyun3
Yalemàhn yun
Definition
Popular resentment, discontent, or public anger.
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How it's used
Focuses on collective dissatisfaction rather than individual annoyance, often appearing in news reports or political commentary. It carries a sense of gravity, suggesting that the public's frustration has reached a level that could potentially threaten stability or force a change in policy.
Examples
The government made the wrong decision, causing popular resentment to flare up everywhere.
Related words
Common phrases
public resentment is boiling over
popular discontent is rising everywhere
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe personal feelings or minor inconveniences between friends, as it is strictly reserved for large scale social or political issues.
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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.
