fei1 faat3 ji4 man4非法移民
Jyutpingfei1 faat3 ji4 man4
Yalefēi faat yìh màhn
Definition
Illegal immigrant or illegal immigration.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal, legal, or journalistic contexts rather than casual conversation. It functions as a noun phrase referring to the status or the act itself. When referring to the people, it is more common to use the phrase 非法入境者.
Examples
The government needs to deal with the issue of illegal immigration.
Are they illegal immigrants?
Related words
Common phrases
crack down on illegal immigration
wave of illegal immigration
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this term to describe any foreigner without a visa, but it specifically carries a strong legal connotation regarding unauthorized entry or residency. It is not a casual way to describe someone who has simply overstayed a tourist visa.
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Grammar guides
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