zap1 baau1 fuk6執包袱执包袱
Jyutpingzap1 baau1 fuk6
Yalejāp bāau fuhk
Definition
To pack up one's things, usually implying quitting, resigning, or being fired from a job.
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How it's used
Carries a slightly cynical or dismissive tone, often used when someone is fired or decides to leave a job abruptly. It paints a vivid picture of someone literally grabbing their belongings in a bundle and walking out the door. It is strictly informal and should be avoided in professional or polite conversation.
Examples
He worked for a few years and then packed up and left.
Are you planning to pack up and quit?
Related words
Common phrases
to pack up and leave
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe packing for a vacation or moving house, as it specifically implies a sudden or forced departure from a workplace.
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