pin3 min6 zi1 ci4片面之詞片面之词
Jyutpingpin3 min6 zi1 ci4
Yalepin mihn jī chìh
Definition
A one-sided account or statement of events.
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How it's used
Often used in formal or serious contexts to warn against bias or incomplete information. It carries a sense of skepticism, implying that the speaker is withholding the full truth or presenting a narrative that serves their own interests. It is frequently paired with verbs like 聽 or 憑 to emphasize the act of relying on unreliable information.
Examples
Don't just listen to him, that's only one side of the story.
This matter still needs investigation; we cannot jump to conclusions based on a one-sided account.
Related words
Common phrases
relying solely on a one-sided account
is just a one-sided story
Common mistake
Learners sometimes mistake this for a simple description of a personal opinion, but it specifically implies that the account is incomplete or biased, making it unsuitable for describing a neutral or balanced perspective.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
