waa1 zung3 ceoi2 cung2嘩眾取寵哗众取宠
Jyutpingwaa1 zung3 ceoi2 cung2
Yalewā jung chéui chúng
Definition
To win popularity with cheap, sensational, or outrageous acts to grab attention.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong negative connotation of being superficial or insincere. It is frequently used to criticize politicians, influencers, or media outlets that prioritize shock value over substance. Unlike simply being loud or active, it specifically implies that the person is performing for an audience rather than acting out of genuine conviction.
Examples
He is always saying outrageous things to get attention, it is really annoying.
What is your goal in doing these attention-seeking stunts?
Related words
Common phrases
behavior is attention-seeking
remarks are sensationalist
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a neutral way to describe someone who is popular or charismatic. It is strictly a critical term used to dismiss someone's actions as fake or manipulative.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
