lau6 dung6漏洞
Jyutpinglau6 dung6
Yalelauh duhng
Definition
A loophole, flaw, or vulnerability in a system, law, or rule.
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How it's used
Focuses on structural or systemic weaknesses rather than physical holes in objects. It is frequently paired with verbs like 搵 or 鑽 to describe the act of actively searching for or taking advantage of these gaps. Unlike physical damage, it implies a failure in logic, law, or security protocols.
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The contract has many loopholes, you need to check it carefully.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe physical holes in items like clothes or walls, where words like 窿 or 罅 are more appropriate. It is strictly for abstract concepts like rules, systems, or arguments.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
