tou4 zeoi6逃罪
Jyutpingtou4 zeoi6
Yaletòuh jeuih
Definition
To escape responsibility for a crime; to get away with a crime.
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How it's used
This term carries a formal and legalistic tone, often appearing in news reports or serious discussions about justice. It is rarely used in casual, lighthearted conversation because it specifically implies a legal or moral transgression rather than just avoiding a minor chore or mistake.
Examples
He did something wrong and wants to escape responsibility, as if it's that easy?
Related words
Common phrases
attempt to escape responsibility for a crime
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 逃避, which is a general term for avoiding or shunning something. 逃罪 is strictly reserved for escaping the consequences of a criminal act or severe wrongdoing.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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