gung1 zing3公正
Jyutpinggung1 zing3
Yalegūng jing
Definition
Just, fair, and impartial.
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How it's used
Focuses on the objective quality of being unbiased or equitable in judgment. It is often used in formal or serious contexts, such as legal matters or professional conduct, rather than casual social interactions. While it describes a person's character, it is frequently applied to the fairness of a specific process or outcome.
Examples
He is always fair in his work and won't favor anyone.
Is this decision fair?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe personal preferences or casual fairness, where terms like 公平 are more natural. Using it to describe a simple game or a small favor can sound overly formal or stiff.
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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.
