cin1仟
Jyutpingcin1
Yalechīn
Definition
Thousand, used in financial contexts to prevent fraud or alteration.
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How it's used
Bankers use this character exclusively in financial documents to prevent tampering with the standard numeral 千. Because the strokes are complex, it is nearly impossible to alter the value by adding extra lines. You will encounter this primarily on checks, receipts, and formal contracts rather than in casual conversation.
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Do not use this in everyday speech or informal writing, as it sounds overly formal and pretentious. Stick to the standard character 千 for all non-financial contexts.
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Grammar guides
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