dei6 haa6 cin4 zong1地下錢莊地下钱庄
Jyutpingdei6 haa6 cin4 zong1
Yaledeih hah chìhn jōng
Definition
An underground, unlicensed bank that operates outside government regulations, often used for money laundering.
colloquialmoney
How it's used
Refers specifically to illicit financial operations that bypass official banking regulations and foreign exchange controls. It carries a strong connotation of illegal activity and is frequently associated with money laundering or high risk lending. While it functions like a bank, it lacks any legal protection or oversight.
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gaan1間gānExamples
I heard they are remitting money back home through an underground bank.
That underground bank was busted by the police.
Related words
Common phrases
to operate an underground bank
via an underground bank
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a standard bank or a licensed money lender. Using these services is inherently risky as they operate outside the law and offer no recourse if funds are lost or stolen.
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