leon4 lei5倫理伦理
Jyutpingleon4 lei5
Yalelèuhn léih
Definition
Ethics, morality, or the principles governing human relationships and conduct.
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How it's used
Focuses heavily on interpersonal relationships and social order rather than abstract philosophical concepts. It appears most frequently in academic or formal contexts like professional codes of conduct or discussions about family dynamics. When used in casual conversation, it often carries a slightly serious or intellectual tone.
Examples
This movie is about family ethics issues.
Do you think this way of doing things is ethical?
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe simple personal manners or politeness, as it refers to deeper moral structures and social obligations. It is not a direct substitute for general words like 道德 when discussing individual behavior.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
