min5 zeoi6免罪
Jyutpingmin5 zeoi6
Yalemíhn jeuih
Definition
To be excused from punishment or to be acquitted of a crime.
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How it's used
Focuses on the legal or formal act of clearing someone of blame or penalty. While it sounds quite serious, it is often used in casual arguments to challenge someone who thinks they can escape consequences for their actions.
Examples
He made a mistake, he cannot be excused from punishment so easily.
Do you think you can be acquitted just by admitting your fault?
Related words
Common phrases
a get out of jail free card
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 豁免, which is more commonly used for being exempted from a fee, tax, or a specific requirement rather than a criminal or moral punishment.
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