wai2 pong3毀謗毁谤
Jyutpingwai2 pong3
Yalewái pong
Definition
To slander, libel, or defame someone with false accusations.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal, legal, or serious contexts rather than casual conversation. While it refers to the act of damaging someone's reputation through false claims, native speakers often prefer simpler, more direct phrases like 唱衰人 or 抹黑人 when complaining about someone spreading rumors in daily life.
Examples
He slanders people online, which is really classless.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with general gossip or complaining. It specifically implies a serious, often actionable, false accusation rather than just speaking ill of someone behind their back.
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