jip6 gaai3業界业界
Jyutpingjip6 gaai3
Yaleyihp gaai
Definition
An industry; the business community or social circles surrounding a particular profession or trade.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the professional community or the collective body of people working within a certain field rather than the industry as a business sector itself. It is frequently used in news reports or formal discussions to describe the consensus or reaction of professionals to a specific event or trend.
Examples
This new policy has caused a huge reaction within the industry.
What do you think the industry's take on this matter is?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to a specific company or a single workplace, as it implies a broader scope encompassing peers and competitors within the same professional field.
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