gwaa3 hou6 seon3掛號信挂号信
Jyutpinggwaa3 hou6 seon3
Yalegwa houh seun
Definition
Registered letter; mail that requires the recipient to show identification to receive it.
neutralcommunication
How it's used
This term is used exclusively for official mail that requires a signature upon delivery. It carries a sense of formality and importance, as it is typically used for legal documents, bank statements, or government correspondence. Unlike standard mail, it provides a tracking mechanism that ensures the sender knows exactly when the recipient has signed for it.
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fung1封fūngExamples
You need to bring your ID card to pick up a registered letter at the post office.
Related words
Common phrases
to send a registered letter
to sign for a registered letter
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with regular mail, but remember that it specifically implies a security or verification process. Do not use it to describe ordinary letters or packages that do not require a signature.
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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.
