gim2 caat3檢察检察
Jyutpinggim2 caat3
Yalegím chaat
Definition
To investigate a criminal case and gather evidence.
neutralwork
How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal or legal contexts, such as police investigations or judicial proceedings. It carries a specific weight related to uncovering evidence or verifying facts within a criminal framework. In everyday casual speech, people typically use simpler verbs like 查 or 睇下 when referring to general checking or investigation.
Examples
The police have already started to examine this case.
Are you responsible for examining these pieces of evidence?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 檢查, which is a common verb for checking things like health, luggage, or equipment. 檢察 is strictly reserved for legal or criminal investigations and should not be used for routine inspections.
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Grammar guides
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