gwan1 keoi1軍區军区
Jyutpinggwan1 keoi1
Yalegwān kēui
Definition
Military district; military region.
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How it's used
Used primarily in formal contexts regarding national defense or historical administrative divisions. While it is a standard noun, it rarely appears in casual daily conversation unless discussing news, politics, or military history. It carries a rigid, bureaucratic tone that contrasts with the more flexible language used in everyday life.
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Which military district were they transferred to for garrison duty?
The scope of this military district is huge, making it hard to patrol.
Related words
Common phrases
garrison a military district
demarcate a military district
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Grammar guides
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