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Definition
A seat in a legislative assembly or council.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the formal position held by an elected representative within a legislative body. It is almost exclusively used in political or news contexts rather than casual conversation. When discussing the act of winning or losing these positions, it is frequently paired with verbs like 爭取 or 贏得.
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Do you think he has a chance to get a seat?
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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.
