cyun3 goi2竄改窜改
Jyutpingcyun3 goi2
Yalechyun gói
Definition
To tamper with or secretly alter written materials.
neutralworkcommunication
How it's used
Implies a malicious or deceptive intent behind the alteration, distinguishing it from a simple correction or edit. It is frequently used in formal or serious contexts, such as legal documents, historical records, or digital data, to emphasize that the change was unauthorized and dishonest.
Examples
The document has been tampered with by someone.
Related words
Common phrases
to tamper with data
to tamper with documents
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the more neutral 改, which simply means to change or edit. Using 竄改 for a harmless or positive change, like fixing a typo in a draft, sounds overly accusatory and unnatural.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
