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Definition
The surname Ji.
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How it's used
Surnames in Cantonese are typically introduced with the verb 姓. This specific character is rare and often mispronounced by learners who might confuse it with other characters sharing similar components. It is almost exclusively used as a family name rather than in common vocabulary.
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Common mistake
Learners often try to use this character in common words because it looks like other characters, but it is strictly limited to being a surname. Do not confuse it with 稽 which appears in words like 稽查.
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Grammar guides
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