doi6 biu2 ze2代表者
Jyutpingdoi6 biu2 ze2
Yaledoih bíu jé
Definition
Representative; a person chosen or appointed to act or speak for others.
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How it's used
While this term is understood in Cantonese, it sounds quite formal and slightly stiff in daily conversation. Most speakers prefer using the more natural term 代表 when referring to someone acting on behalf of a group or organization. Using the full form 代表者 often carries a sense of official title or legal standing.
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He is the representative of this company.
Who is your representative?
Related words
Common phrases
company representative
sole representative
Common mistake
Learners often overuse this term because it matches the English structure, but it can make you sound like you are reading from a legal document rather than speaking to a friend.
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Grammar guides
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