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名詞Rare

Definition

Standard, norm, or established pattern that is universally accepted.

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How it's used

Used primarily in formal or professional contexts to describe established rules, regulations, or behavioral expectations. Unlike casual words for rules, this implies a systemic or societal framework that governs conduct or quality. It often appears in discussions regarding ethics, corporate policy, or academic requirements.

Measure word

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Examples

le1呢gaan1間gung1公si1司jau5有hou2好do1多jim4嚴gaak3格ge3嘅kwai1規faan6範。

This company has many strict standards.

nei5你gok3覺dak1得le1呢zung3種hang4行wai4為fu4符m4唔fu4符hap6合se5社wui2會kwai1規faan6範？

Do you think this behavior conforms to social norms?

Common phrases

dou6道dak1德kwai1規faan6範

moral standards

se5社wui2會kwai1規faan6範

social norms

Common mistake

Avoid using this in casual conversation to refer to simple house rules or game instructions, as it sounds overly academic or bureaucratic. Use 規矩 instead for everyday situations where people are expected to follow basic etiquette or personal house rules.