cyun4 cing1全稱全称

Jyutpingcyun4 cing1
Yalechyùhn chīng
名詞Rare

Definition

Full name; full official title of something, which is usually not its everyday name.

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How it's used

Formal contexts like legal documents, official forms, or academic writing are where this term appears most often. It acts as a contrast to abbreviations or common nicknames used in casual speech. Using it in everyday conversation about people's names can sound overly stiff or bureaucratic.

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Common phrases

write out the full name
the full name is

Common mistake

Learners often confuse this with 姓名, which refers specifically to a person's given name and surname. 全稱 is broader and applies to organizations, countries, or technical terms, whereas 姓名 is strictly for individuals.

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