faat3 ding6法定
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Definition
Statutory, legal, or prescribed by law.
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How it's used
Focuses on standards or requirements established by law, often appearing in formal or administrative contexts. It frequently pairs with nouns related to time, space, or rights to denote official recognition or protection. Unlike general legal terms, it specifically implies that the status is conferred by legislation rather than just being permitted by it.
Examples
This is a declared monument, you are not allowed to graffiti on it.
Do you know that today is a statutory holiday?
Related words
Common phrases
statutory holiday
declared monument
statutory requirement
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe things that are merely legal or allowed; it specifically refers to things that have been formally designated or mandated by statute.
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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.
