wai4 kong3違抗违抗
Jyutpingwai4 kong3
Yalewàih kong
Definition
To disobey, defy, or refuse to follow orders.
neutralworkpeople
How it's used
Carries a formal and serious tone, often implying a direct challenge to authority or established rules. It is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation between friends or peers, as it sounds quite heavy and dramatic. Use it primarily when discussing professional, military, or legal contexts where insubordination is the focus.
Examples
He is always disobeying his mother's orders.
Do you dare to disobey the boss's instructions?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for minor, everyday non-compliance like ignoring a friend's suggestion, as it sounds overly intense and confrontational. For casual situations, stick to simpler phrases like 唔聽話 or 唔跟.
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Grammar guides
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