kei3暨
Jyutpingkei3
Yalekei
Definition
And; as well as (usually used in names and formal contexts).
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How it's used
Reserved almost exclusively for formal titles, official event names, or institutional designations. It functions as a more sophisticated, written-style equivalent to 同 or 同埋. You will rarely hear it in casual daily speech, as it carries a distinct air of professional or academic formality.
Examples
This is the alumni association and charity dinner.
They held an exhibition and seminar.
Related words
Common phrases
opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony
press conference and media briefing
Common mistake
Avoid using this in everyday conversation to connect simple nouns, as it will sound overly stiff or pretentious. Stick to 同 or 同埋 for normal communication.
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Grammar guides
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