zing3 bin3政變政变
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Yalejing bin
Definition
Coup d'état; an action that overthrows a regime outside the established system to establish a new government.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the sudden and often violent overthrow of a government by a small group, usually from within the state apparatus. It carries a heavy, serious tone and is almost exclusively used in formal news reports or political discussions rather than casual daily chatter. Unlike general terms for rebellion, it implies a strategic seizure of power rather than a broad popular uprising.
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coeng4場chèunghExamples
A coup d'état happened in that country.
Do you think a coup will happen?
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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.
