deng6 hap6 tung4訂合同订合同
Jyutpingdeng6 hap6 tung4
Yaledehng hahp tùhng
Definition
To sign or enter into a contract.
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How it's used
While 訂合同 is commonly understood, native speakers often prefer using 簽合同 to specifically denote the act of signing. The word 訂 carries a sense of arranging or booking, so it is sometimes used more broadly for the process of finalizing an agreement rather than just the physical act of signing.
Examples
We need to sign the contract next week.
Related words
Common phrases
preparing to sign a contract
details of the contract
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 訂 with the Mandarin usage of 訂, which can mean to order or subscribe. In a legal or business context, always ensure the context clearly points to a written agreement to avoid ambiguity.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
