siu1 jiu4 faat3 ngoi6逍遙法外逍遥法外
Jyutpingsiu1 jiu4 faat3 ngoi6
Yalesīu yìuh faat ngoih
Definition
To remain at large; to escape justice and remain free after committing a crime.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong sense of frustration or injustice regarding the failure of the legal system to catch a criminal. It is frequently used in news reports or when discussing public safety concerns. Unlike simple descriptions of someone being free, it implies the person has committed a serious crime and should have been arrested by now.
Examples
That thief is still at large, everyone needs to be careful.
Why are those scammers still able to remain free?
Related words
Common phrases
still remaining at large
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this to describe someone who is simply on vacation or enjoying their free time, but it must only be used in the context of evading legal punishment.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
