zyu2 lau4 ji3 gin3主流意見主流意见
Jyutpingzyu2 lau4 ji3 gin3
Yalejyú làuh yi gin
Definition
Mainstream opinion; the prevailing view held by the majority of people.
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How it's used
Often used in debates or discussions to contrast a popular view with a personal or minority perspective. It carries a slightly formal or analytical tone even when used in casual conversation. Speakers frequently use it to challenge the status quo or to signal that they are aware of the consensus but choose to disagree.
Examples
This is not the mainstream opinion.
Do you think the mainstream opinion is always right?
Related words
Common phrases
to challenge the mainstream opinion
to conform to the mainstream opinion
Common mistake
Learners sometimes mistake this for a casual slang term, but it is actually quite neutral and often appears in news or formal commentary. Avoid using it to describe simple personal preferences, as it specifically refers to broad societal or group consensus.
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