ji5 wui2議會议会
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Definition
A legislative assembly, parliament, congress, or council, typically made up of elected representatives.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal or political contexts to refer to representative bodies. While it can refer to international parliaments, in Hong Kong it is often used as a shorthand for the Legislative Council. It carries a sense of institutional authority and is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation unless discussing current events or politics.
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They are arguing very intensely inside the legislative assembly.
Do you think this legislative assembly can pass this proposal?
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 委員會, which refers to a committee or a smaller working group rather than the entire legislative assembly. Ensure you distinguish between the legislative body itself and a specific sub-committee.
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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.
