gung1 dou6公道
Jyutpinggung1 dou6
Yalegūng douh
Definition
Fair, just, and reasonable, as judged by the general public.
- justice; fairness
- fair; reasonable; equitable
colloquialdescriptionsmoney
How it's used
Often used to describe pricing or business transactions, where it implies a price is reasonable and not exploitative. When applied to people or situations, it suggests an objective, balanced perspective that avoids favoritism. It frequently appears in the phrase 講公道話, which means to speak up for what is right or fair.
Examples
The most important thing in life is to be fair, don't take sides.
Do you think this price is fair or not?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using it to mean legal justice, which is better expressed as 正義 or 公平. While it can mean fair, it specifically carries the nuance of being reasonable or balanced rather than strictly following legal rules.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
