no4 jung6挪用
Jyutpingno4 jung6
Yalenòh yuhng
Definition
To misappropriate, divert, or use public assets (typically money) without following proper procedures.
neutralmoneywork
How it's used
Carries a strong negative connotation of dishonesty or breach of trust. It is almost exclusively used in formal or legal contexts regarding financial misconduct, such as in news reports or workplace disciplinary warnings.
Examples
He actually misappropriated public funds to buy designer handbags.
This sum of money cannot be diverted for other uses.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for simply borrowing something with permission, as it implies an unauthorized or illicit act.
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Grammar guides
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