fun2款
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Definition
A sum of money.
writtenmoney
How it's used
While this character appears in everyday words like 付款, it is rarely used as a standalone noun for money in casual speech. It carries a formal or administrative tone, often appearing in business, legal, or banking contexts. Use 錢 or 銀兩 when referring to cash in daily life.
Examples
When will you finally pay off the money you owe?
How should this sum of money be handled?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the common noun 款, which refers to a style or type of product. When used to mean money, it is almost always part of a compound word like 欠款 or 貨款.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
