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lộng hành

[ləwŋ͡m˧˨ʔ hajŋ̟˨˩] 🎙 Say it

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Meaning · English

(verb) to abuse one's power through overstepping the established lines

Verb⚠ Register: derogatoryConnotation: offensive or derogatory to many

Where it’s used: Used Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora

Examples

Mùa màng thất bát, quan lại lộng hành, dân trăm bề khổ.As crops failed and the bureaucracy freed to do as they're pleased, commoners had to face countless difficulties.

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Sources & notes

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Common questions

What does “lộng hành” mean?

(verb) to abuse one's power through overstepping the established lines

Is “lộng hành” formal or informal?

lộng hành is generally derogatory; connotation: offensive or derogatory to many.

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