taam1 gun1貪官贪官
Jyutpingtaam1 gun1
Yaletāam gūn
Definition
Corrupt official; a government official who accepts bribes or benefits illegally.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on government figures who abuse their power for personal gain. It carries a strong sense of public condemnation and moral judgment. While it is a compound noun, it functions exactly like any other noun describing a person.
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Do you think that corrupt official will go to jail?
Related words
Common phrases
arrest corrupt officials
crack down on corrupt officials
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is just greedy in a general sense, such as a child wanting more candy. It is strictly reserved for those in positions of political or administrative authority.
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Grammar guides
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