ceot1 sai3 zi2出世紙出世纸
Jyutpingceot1 sai3 zi2
Yalechēut sai jí
Definition
Birth certificate; an official document issued by the government proving a baby's birth.
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How it's used
This term is the standard way to refer to a birth certificate in Hong Kong. It is used in both formal administrative contexts and casual conversation when discussing identity documents or family records.
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zoeng1張jēungExamples
You need to submit the birth certificate when enrolling the kid.
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Common phrases
apply for a replacement birth certificate
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