jin6 fun2現款现款
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Definition
Cash; physical money in the form of banknotes and coins.
neutralmoney
How it's used
While 現款 is the formal term for cash, it is often used in business or banking contexts to emphasize the physical nature of the money. In everyday casual speech, people almost always prefer using 現金 or simply 錢. Using 現款 in a very informal setting can sound slightly stiff or like you are reading from a contract.
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bat1筆bātExamples
This shop only accepts cash.
Do you have enough cash on you?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 現金, which is the standard, neutral term for cash. Using 現款 in a casual conversation with friends might sound overly formal or slightly unnatural.
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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.
