jat1 bou6 fan6一部分
Jyutpingjat1 bou6 fan6
Yaleyāt bouh fahn
Definition
A part; a portion of a whole.
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How it's used
Use this term when referring to a specific segment or constituent of a larger whole. While it is widely understood, it often feels slightly more formal than using colloquial alternatives like 啲 or 部分. It is common to see it written as 一部份, where the character 份 is used instead of 分, though both are acceptable in modern usage.
Examples
This money is only a part of the whole salary.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to mean a person's role or duty, as that would require different vocabulary like 責任 or 崗位. It is strictly for physical or abstract portions of a collective entity.
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