pin1 bong1偏幫偏帮
Jyutpingpin1 bong1
Yalepīn bōng
Definition
To show favoritism towards one side rather than treating everyone fairly.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
Carries a strong negative connotation of unfairness and bias in a social or professional setting. It is frequently used when someone in a position of authority, like a parent or a boss, fails to maintain neutrality between parties. The term implies that the favouritism is based on personal preference rather than objective merit.
Examples
Why do you always show favouritism towards your younger brother?
They were fighting, and the teacher actually sided with that boy.
Related words
Common phrases
to favour one side
to favour one's own people
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 幫手, which simply means to help someone. 偏幫 specifically highlights the act of choosing one side over another in a way that is perceived as unjust.
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