ding6 kei4 cyun4 fun2定期存款
Jyutpingding6 kei4 cyun4 fun2
Yaledihng kèih chyùhn fún
Definition
Time deposit or fixed-term deposit with a set maturity date and a higher interest rate.
neutralmoney
How it's used
Banks often promote these with special promotional rates to attract new funds. People frequently shorten the term to just 定期 in casual conversation when discussing banking or savings plans. It is considered a safe and conservative way to grow savings compared to stock market investments.
Measure word
bat1筆bātExamples
I would like to ask how much the interest rate is for a time deposit?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with general savings accounts, but remember that you cannot withdraw the money freely before the maturity date without losing interest or paying a penalty.
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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.
