jau4 gin2郵件邮件
Jyutpingjau4 gin2
Yaleyàuh gín
Definition
Mail; post; items sent and delivered to a destination.
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How it's used
While 郵件 is the standard term for mail in formal or written contexts, people often use 信 or 包裹 depending on whether they are referring to letters or packages. Using 郵件 in casual speech can sound slightly bureaucratic or like you are referring to email, which is also commonly called 電郵.
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gin2件gínExamples
Did you receive any mail today?
This piece of mail is very important, please do not lose it.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 郵件 with 電郵, which specifically refers to email. If you are talking about physical mail, ensure the context makes it clear, or use more specific terms like 信件 for letters.
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