jim4 ji4嫌疑
Jyutpingjim4 ji4
Yaleyìhm yìh
Definition
Suspicion; the state of being suspected of a crime or wrongdoing.
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How it's used
Often used in formal or legal contexts, such as news reports or police statements, to describe someone who might have committed a crime. While it functions as a noun, it frequently appears in phrases like 有嫌疑 to describe the state of being a suspect. Unlike casual terms for doubt, this carries a serious tone related to potential wrongdoing.
Examples
The police are still investigating, who is the most suspicious?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 懷疑, which is a verb meaning to doubt or suspect someone. 嫌疑 is a noun referring to the state of suspicion itself, so you would say 有嫌疑 rather than just using it as a direct verb.
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