zyut6 sik6絕食绝食
Jyutpingzyut6 sik6
Yalejyuht sihk
Definition
To go on a hunger strike; to refuse food as a form of protest.
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How it's used
Carries a heavy, serious tone as it implies a desperate act of defiance or extreme protest. While it refers to the act of not eating, it is specifically reserved for political or social contexts rather than just skipping a meal due to lack of appetite or dieting.
Examples
They decided to go on a hunger strike to fight for their rights.
Why are you going on a hunger strike? Don't be so hard on your own body.
Related words
Common phrases
hunger strike
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe someone who is simply dieting or refusing to eat because they are picky; use 減肥 or 揀飲擇食 instead.
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