wat1 fuk6屈服
Jyutpingwat1 fuk6
Yalewāt fuhk
Definition
To surrender, yield, or give in; to make concessions and comply with someone else's terms.
neutralemotionpeople
How it's used
Carries a strong sense of losing one's stance or dignity under external pressure, often implying a struggle that has been abandoned. It is frequently used in contexts involving personal principles, bullying, or difficult life circumstances. Unlike simpler verbs for agreeing, this word specifically highlights the act of losing a battle of wills.
Examples
I will absolutely not give in to him.
Why do you have to yield to the pressure?
Related words
Common phrases
to yield to pressure
to refuse to surrender
Common mistake
Avoid using this for simple agreement or compromise, as it implies a forced or reluctant defeat rather than a mutual decision.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
