把柄 (bǎ bǐng) — (figurative) something that can be used against someone; leverage; (literal) handle (of a tool, weapon, etc.)
Definition
Literally the 'handle' of a tool or weapon (same as 把手). Figuratively, a weakness or piece of evidence someone can use against you — English 'leverage'.
noun
(figurative) something that can be used against someoneleverage(literal) handle (of a tool, weapon, etc.)
Measure word · 个
Examples
- ，把柄。Tā zuò shì bù jǐn shèn, gěi rén liú xià le bǎ bǐng.He is not careful in his actions, leaving leverage for others.
- ，把柄。Nǐ shuō huà yào zhù yì, bié ràng rén zhuā zhù bǎ bǐng.You should be careful with your words; don't let people catch leverage.
- 把柄。Zhè bǎ cài dāo de bǎ bǐng shì mù tou zuò de.The handle of this kitchen knife is made of wood.
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