sat1 dong3失當失当
Jyutpingsat1 dong3
Yalesāt dong
Definition
Inappropriate, improper, or mishandled.
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How it's used
Reserved for formal contexts or serious discussions, this term carries a weight of professional or moral failure. It is frequently paired with verbs like 處理 or 安排 to describe administrative or procedural errors. Unlike casual words for wrong, it implies a breach of expected standards or protocols.
Examples
His handling of the situation this time was inappropriate, making everything very troublesome.
Do you think his way of doing this is inappropriate?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual, everyday situations like dropping a glass or forgetting a key, as it sounds overly bureaucratic and severe. For minor mistakes, use 唔啱 or 唔妥當 instead.
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