No. 4,611 in Korean
갑질
"갑질" refers to the abuse of power or authority, often in interpersonal or workplace relationships, to exploit or mistreat others.
In a sentence
오랜만에 친구를 만나기로 했는데, 상사가 갑질을 하여 야근하게 되었다.
I was supposed to meet a friend after a long time, but my boss exerted undue authority, forcing me to work overtime.
갑질 is used to describe the abusive behavior by the superior towards the inferior in a workplace scenario.
갑질을 하는 고객 때문에 하루 종일 스트레스를 받았다.
I was stressed out all day because of a customer exhibiting domineering behavior.
갑질 refers to the misuse of one's position or status by a customer toward service staff.
그는 자신의 권력을 이용해 갑질로 많은 사람들에게 불편을 주었다.
He used his power to act arrogantly and inconveniently towards many people.
갑질 is used to indicate arrogant behaviors arising from a misuse of power or authority.
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