gaai2 gam3解禁
Jyutpinggaai2 gam3
Yalegáai gam
Definition
To lift a ban or embargo.
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How it's used
Primarily used in news reports or formal discussions regarding government policies, social restrictions, or official regulations. While it functions as a verb, it is often paired with 咗 to describe the state of having been lifted. It carries a sense of relief or returning to normalcy after a period of strict control.
Examples
The government finally lifted the ban, so everyone can go play in the park now.
Do you know when that place will have its ban lifted?
Related words
Common phrases
fully lift a ban
announce the lifting of a ban
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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.
