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Definition
Scientific law or principle established through observed regularities.
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How it's used
Used primarily in academic or formal contexts to describe established scientific or logical principles. While it appears in everyday speech when discussing abstract concepts or life philosophies, it is rarely used to describe simple rules or regulations, for which terms like 規則 or 規矩 are more appropriate.
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This is an unchanging law of the universe.
Do you know who discovered this law?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 規則, which refers to rules or regulations set by people or organizations, whereas 定律 implies a fundamental, objective truth discovered in nature or science.
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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.
