soeng1 tin1 hoi6 lei5傷天害理伤天害理
Jyutpingsoeng1 tin1 hoi6 lei5
Yalesēung tīn hoih léih
Definition
To do something ruthless and devoid of conscience; to act in a way that is highly immoral or offensive to natural justice.
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How it's used
Carries a heavy, serious tone often reserved for condemning severe moral transgressions or criminal acts. It is frequently used in moralizing contexts where the speaker wants to emphasize the extreme lack of conscience involved in an action. Unlike simpler words for bad behavior, this implies a violation of fundamental human values or cosmic justice.
Examples
He does such ruthless things, sooner or later he will face retribution.
How could you bring yourself to do such morally bankrupt things?
Related words
Common phrases
to commit heinous acts
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