biu2 kyut3表決表决
Jyutpingbiu2 kyut3
Yalebíu kyut
Definition
To decide by vote; to put a motion to a vote.
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How it's used
Focuses on the formal act of reaching a collective decision through a structured voting process. It is primarily used in professional, organizational, or political contexts rather than casual group decisions among friends. When used in a sentence, it often appears with particles like 咗 to indicate the completion of the voting process.
Examples
This proposal will only be voted on tomorrow.
Has everyone finished voting yet?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this word for simple personal choices or casual agreement, such as deciding where to eat dinner. For those situations, use 揀 or 決定 instead.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
