faat3 ting4法庭
Jyutpingfaat3 ting4
Yalefat tìngh
Definition
Tribunal
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the formal legal institution or the building where trials take place. While it is the standard term for a court of law, it is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing legal proceedings or specific court cases. It carries a serious and formal tone, reflecting the gravity of the legal system.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
keoi5 ting1 jat6 jiu3 soeng6 faat3 ting4 zou6 zing3 jan4
佢聽日要上法庭做證人。
He has to go to court tomorrow to be a witness.
le1 daan1 on3 gei2 si4 sin1 zi3 wui6 ji5 hai2 faat3 ting4 sam2 aa4
呢單案幾時先至會喺法庭審呀？
When will this case be heard in court?
Related words
Common phrases
miu5 si6 faat3 ting4
藐視法庭
contempt of court
soeng6 faat3 ting4
上法庭
to go to court
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to refer to a sports court, such as a basketball or tennis court, which is instead called 波地 or 球場.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
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.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
