🇬🇧🇨🇳 corruption - 腐败 : English Lesson

Meaning of "corruption" ("腐败"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Corruption is the act of using power or position dishonestly for personal gain. It often involves bribery, fraud, or other unethical practices that undermine trust and fairness in society. It can also mean when something becomes spoiled or ruined, like a computer file that won’t open anymore!

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

There is clear corruption in my house: my little brother gets extra dessert just for existing.

I’m pretty sure corruption is why my dog gets way more belly rubs than I do.

My video game froze, and now I can’t save my progress! This is corruption at its worst!

I suspected corruption when my mom picked my sister to go first in every game again.

Corruption in the school cafeteria: the lunch lady gave bigger pizza slices to her favorite students.

At the market, a man hid coins in his coat. A child saw the man take a bribe and shouted "corruption!" People watched as corruption spread among cooks and guards. The mayor denied corruption, then a teacher showed a note. A woman held a sign: "Stop corruption". Crowd chased him. Corruption fell away. The town cleaned the stall and cheered.

This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.

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