kyun4 jik1權益权益
Jyutpingkyun4 jik1
Yalekyùhn yīk
Definition
Rights and interests; benefits and privileges.
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How it's used
Often found in formal, legal, or labor-related contexts, this term carries a sense of collective entitlement rather than just individual privilege. It is frequently used when discussing workers' unions, consumer protection, or social justice issues. While it sounds professional, it is perfectly acceptable in serious personal conversations about fairness or contractual obligations.
Examples
We need to fight for our own rights and interests.
Does this contract protect all your rights and interests?
Related words
Common phrases
to strive for rights and interests
to protect rights and interests
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 權利, which specifically refers to legal or moral rights. 權益 is a broader term that encompasses both those rights and the tangible benefits or gains associated with them.
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Grammar guides
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