ceoi2 dai3取締取缔
Jyutpingceoi2 dai3
Yalechéui dai
Definition
To ban, outlaw, or suppress by official order.
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How it's used
Focuses on official or legal enforcement actions taken by authorities to stop prohibited activities. It implies a formal process of shutting down or outlawing something rather than just a personal dislike or a simple prohibition. You will frequently hear this in news reports or discussions about police operations and government policy.
Examples
The government has recently banned many unlicensed hawkers.
When will someone come to ban these illegal gambling dens?
Related words
Common phrases
enforcement operation
ban unlicensed hawkers
Common mistake
Do not use this for personal prohibitions or telling someone they cannot do something, as it sounds overly formal and bureaucratic in everyday social contexts. Use 唔准 or 禁止 for general rules or personal requests instead.
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Grammar guides
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