English Idiom · Intermediate
bo jio
To leave someone out from an event or activity by not inviting them
Pronunciation: /boː˨ ˈt͡sjoː˦/
Meaning
To leave someone out from an event or activity by not inviting them.
Example
Wa Lao William Tan, Why you Bo Jio Me to eat Domino’s Pizza?
Wa Lao William Tan, Why you Bo Jio Me to eat Domino’s Pizza?
Practice tips
- Practice bo jio out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English idiom is for intermediate-level learners.