seon1 zung3 jiu1 kau4徇眾要求徇众要求
Jyutpingseon1 zung3 jiu1 kau4
Yalesēun jung yīu kàuh
Definition
At the request of the public; by popular demand.
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How it's used
This phrase is a formal, idiomatic expression often used in entertainment or public events to signal that an action is being taken specifically to satisfy an audience. It carries a slightly dramatic or performative flair, making it sound more deliberate than simply saying people asked for something. It is common to hear it used when an artist returns to the stage for an encore or when a shop restocks a popular item.
Examples
Due to popular demand, we have decided to add one more concert.
Related words
Common phrases
add more shows due to popular demand
perform due to popular demand
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Grammar guides
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