gou1 kap1 gun1 jyun4高級官員高级官员
Jyutpinggou1 kap1 gun1 jyun4
Yalegōu kāp gūn yùhn
Definition
A senior or high-ranking official.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to government figures holding significant authority or rank within the civil service or administration. It is a formal term used in news reports and professional settings rather than casual conversation. When speaking about someone in a specific department, it is often more natural to use their specific job title instead.
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wai6位waihExamples
That senior official will go to inspect the construction site today.
Do you know which senior official is in charge of this matter?
Related words
Common phrases
meeting of senior officials
senior official responds
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe high-level employees in private companies, as it is strictly reserved for government officials. For corporate executives, use terms like 高層 instead.
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Grammar guides
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