gaau3 wui2教會教会
Jyutpinggaau3 wui2
Yalegaau wúi
Definition
Christian church; an organization of Christian believers.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the institution or the community of believers rather than the physical building itself, which is often called 教堂. It is common to use the verb 去 before it to indicate attending service or participating in community activities. The term carries a strong sense of belonging to a specific religious group or congregation.
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gaan1間gānExamples
He goes to church every Sunday.
What kind of activity is this church organizing?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse it with 教堂, which refers strictly to the physical structure or building of a church. Using 教會 when you mean the physical building can sound slightly unnatural to native speakers.
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