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Definition
Public property; property owned by the government that is open for public use.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to items or facilities maintained by the government or organizations for general use. It carries a formal tone, often appearing in warning signs or public service announcements regarding vandalism. Using it in casual conversation usually implies a serious tone about social responsibility.
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Don't go around scribbling on public property in the park.
Damaging public property carries legal consequences.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse it with 私人物品 which refers to personal belongings. Learners sometimes mistakenly use it to describe shared items in a private office or home, but it strictly applies to public, state-owned, or communal property.
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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.
