waa1 zung3 ceoi2 cung2譁眾取寵哗众取宠
Jyutpingwaa1 zung3 ceoi2 cung2
Yalewā jung chéui chúng
Definition
To pander to the public to gain popularity, cheap applause, or favor.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong negative connotation of being insincere or superficial for the sake of attention. It is frequently used to criticize politicians, influencers, or performers who prioritize sensationalism over substance. Unlike simple attention seeking, it specifically implies a calculated attempt to gain popularity or approval from the masses.
Examples
He is always pandering to the crowd, it is really annoying.
Do you think his performance is just pandering to the crowd?
Related words
Common phrases
behavior that panders to the crowd
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a neutral way to describe being popular or trendy. It is strictly a critical term used to call out someone for being fake or manipulative to win favor.
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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.
