biu1 dik1標的标的
Jyutpingbiu1 dik1
Yalebīu dīk
Definition
The subject matter, target, or underlying asset of a transaction, contract, or insurance policy.
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How it's used
Primarily used in legal, financial, or insurance contexts, this term refers to the specific object or interest that a contract concerns. Unlike everyday words for objects or things, it carries a formal weight and implies a binding agreement. You will rarely hear it outside of professional discussions or reading official documents.
Examples
What is the subject matter of this insurance policy?
The contract explicitly states that the subject matter is the house.
Related words
Common phrases
subject matter of a contract
subject matter of insurance
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Mandarin term 標的 which can sometimes mean a target or goal. In Cantonese, the word is strictly reserved for the subject matter of a contract or legal claim.
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Grammar guides
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
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