gim2 hung3檢控检控
Jyutpinggim2 hung3
Yalegím hung
Definition
To prosecute or bring criminal charges against someone.
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How it's used
Carries a formal and legalistic tone, typically appearing in official notices, news reports, or serious warnings. Unlike everyday verbs, it is rarely used in casual conversation unless the speaker is making a stern, authoritative threat. It specifically refers to the legal process of initiating criminal proceedings rather than general litigation or suing someone in civil court.
Examples
He was prosecuted by the police for stealing.
If you keep doing that, I will prosecute you.
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Common mistake
Do not use this for civil disputes or suing someone for money, as those situations require the term 告. Using 檢控 in a casual disagreement about a private debt or a minor personal conflict sounds overly dramatic and unnatural.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
