gung1 fun2公款
Jyutpinggung1 fun2
Yalegūng fún
Definition
Public funds; money belonging to a collective or government rather than individuals.
neutralmoneywork
How it's used
Refers specifically to money belonging to an organization, company, or government entity rather than an individual. It carries a formal and serious tone, often appearing in news reports regarding corruption or financial misconduct. Using it in casual conversation about personal money would sound unnatural and overly dramatic.
Measure word
bat1筆bātExamples
He actually dared to embezzle public funds, he is so bold.
This money is public funds, you cannot use it however you like.
Related words
Common phrases
misappropriate public funds
embezzle public funds
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse it with 私款, which refers to private or personal funds. Using them interchangeably can lead to serious misunderstandings regarding the ownership and legal status of the money.
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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.
