saat3 jan4 bat1 gin3 hyut3殺人不見血杀人不见血
Jyutpingsaat3 jan4 bat1 gin3 hyut3
Yalesaat yàhn bāt gin hyut
Definition
To kill someone without shedding blood; to do harm in an extremely subtle, ruthless, and invisible manner.
colloquialpeopleemotion
How it's used
Used to describe someone who attacks others verbally or through schemes without ever raising their voice or showing aggression. It highlights a form of cruelty that is sophisticated and indirect, making it difficult for the victim to defend themselves or even realize they are being targeted. It is often applied to office politics or subtle social manipulation.
Examples
The way they speak is truly lethal without a trace.
This kind of tactic is simply ruthless and invisible.
Related words
Common phrases
a ruthless and invisible method
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe actual physical violence or murder. It is strictly metaphorical and reserved for psychological or social harm.
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Grammar guides
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