lei4 ging2離境离境
Jyutpinglei4 ging2
Yalelèih gíng
Definition
To leave a country; to depart.
neutraltransporttravel
How it's used
Primarily used in formal or administrative contexts such as immigration control, airport signage, and travel documentation. It carries a bureaucratic tone that makes it sound unnatural in casual conversation about going on a trip. For everyday speech, people prefer using 走 or 離開.
Examples
What time do you need to depart?
He was in a rush when he left the country.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual conversation with friends, as it sounds like you are reading from a government form. Use 走 or 去旅行 instead to sound natural.
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Grammar guides
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