coi2 hyun3彩券
Jyutpingcoi2 hyun3
Yalechói hyun
Definition
Lottery ticket.
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How it's used
People in Hong Kong almost exclusively use 六合彩 to refer to the local lottery system rather than the generic term 彩券. Using 彩券 sounds slightly more formal or descriptive of lottery tickets in general, such as those from other regions or historical contexts. If you are talking about the specific weekly draw in Hong Kong, always use 六合彩.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 彩券 with 抽獎 which refers to a lucky draw or raffle event. Remember that 彩券 specifically implies a gambling ticket purchased for a chance to win money based on number matching.
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