bou6 fan6部份
Jyutpingbou6 fan6
Yalebouh fahn
Definition
A part, section, or portion of a whole.
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How it's used
Often used to refer to a subset or a segment of a larger whole, this term is more formal than the common spoken word 啲. While 啲 can loosely imply a portion, 部份 specifically highlights a distinct section or component of a larger entity. It is frequently encountered in professional or academic contexts rather than casual conversation.
Examples
This document only contains part of the content.
Have you finished dealing with that part of the work yet?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 啲, but 部份 is a noun referring to a specific part, whereas 啲 is a quantifier used for indefinite amounts or pluralization. Avoid using 部份 when you simply mean 'some' or 'a little bit'.
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Grammar guides
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