jin4 lou6言路
Jyutpingjin4 lou6
Yaleyìhn louh
Definition
Channels through which criticisms and suggestions can be communicated to the leadership.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the openness of a hierarchy or governing body to receiving feedback from those below. It carries a formal, slightly political tone often found in news reports or commentary regarding public administration. You will rarely hear this used in casual conversation about personal relationships or workplace dynamics.
Examples
If there are no channels for feedback, how can we improve social issues?
Related words
Common phrases
channels for feedback are blocked
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general communication or talking. It is strictly about the structural availability of a path for grievances or suggestions to reach someone in power.
Grammar color guide
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Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
