kwai1 syun2虧損亏损
Jyutpingkwai1 syun2
Yalekwāi syún
Definition
A financial loss or deficit where expenses exceed revenue.
neutralmoneywork
How it's used
Refers specifically to financial losses in a business or organizational context. Unlike the more general term 蝕, which can describe losing money on a personal bet or a small transaction, 虧損 carries a formal, professional tone suitable for accounting or news reports.
Examples
The company lost a lot of money last year.
Business is so bad this year, will there be a deficit?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe personal bad luck or losing a small amount of money in daily life, as it sounds overly technical and out of place.
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