taat3 sou3撻數挞数
Jyutpingtaat3 sou3
Yaletaat sou
Definition
To default on a debt or refuse to pay back money owed.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
Carries a strong sense of moral condemnation, implying that the person is deliberately avoiding a financial obligation they clearly owe. It is specifically used for debts or payments that have been agreed upon but are now being ignored or stalled. The term is informal and often used when someone is visibly frustrated by the other party's dishonesty.
Examples
He wants to dodge the debt after borrowing money, he has no integrity at all.
Related words
Common phrases
intending to dodge a debt
always welshing on debts
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply being late on a payment due to an emergency or forgetfulness. Using this word implies a conscious, malicious intent to cheat the creditor out of their money.
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