dyun2 seon3短訊短讯
Jyutpingdyun2 seon3
Yaledyún seun
Definition
Text message; a short text-based message sent using a communication device.
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How it's used
Although 短訊 is the standard term for a text message, many speakers now use the English loanword send message or simply message in casual conversation. It specifically refers to SMS or text-based communication rather than voice notes or multimedia messages. Using it in a sentence often implies a slightly more formal or written context compared to the ubiquitous use of WhatsApp or instant messaging apps.
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tiu4條tìuhExamples
Have you received the text message I sent earlier?
He rarely makes phone calls; he usually contacts people by text message.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 短訊 with 訊息. While 訊息 is a general term for any kind of message or information, 短訊 specifically refers to the short text format sent via telecommunication networks.
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Grammar guides
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