jim6 sau1驗收验收
Jyutpingjim6 sau1
Yaleyihm sāu
Definition
To inspect and accept completed work, projects, or goods.
neutralworkshopping
How it's used
Focuses on the formal process of verifying that work or goods meet agreed standards before final sign off. It is common in professional contexts like construction, interior design, or logistics. Unlike simple checking, it implies a legal or contractual transfer of responsibility.
Examples
The renovation master said it is ready for inspection and acceptance.
When are you free to come over and inspect the goods for acceptance?
Related words
Common phrases
inspect and accept a construction project
inspect and accept goods
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simple checking like 檢查, as 驗收 specifically implies the final step of accepting a completed task or delivery.
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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.
