sit6蝕蚀
Jyutpingsit6
Yalesiht
Definition
To lose money in business, investment, or transactions.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
Beyond direct financial loss, this word is frequently used in the compound 蝕底 to describe feeling shortchanged or being at a disadvantage in a social or personal interaction. It carries a strong sense of regret or unfairness, often implying that the speaker gave more than they received. It is strictly reserved for negative outcomes and cannot be used to describe losing an object or misplacing something.
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Do not confuse this with 輸, which is primarily used for losing in games, gambling, or competitions. While 輸 can sometimes imply financial loss in betting, 蝕 is specifically tied to the economic concept of a net loss in value or capital.
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Grammar guides
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