ceot1 juk6出獄出狱
Jyutpingceot1 juk6
Yalechēut yuhk
Definition
To be released from prison; to return to society after serving a prison sentence.
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How it's used
This term is used specifically for the act of being released from a correctional facility after completing a sentence. It carries a formal tone and is often used in news reports or when discussing someone's legal status. In casual conversation, people might simply say 坐完監 instead to describe the state of having finished a prison term.
Examples
He has finished his prison sentence and is out, he is going home tomorrow.
Related words
Common phrases
to be released after completing a prison sentence
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe being released on bail or temporary leave, as it specifically implies the completion of a full sentence. For temporary release, terms like 保釋 are more appropriate.
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