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Definition
A formal letter, statement, or document issued by a lawyer.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to formal legal correspondence or a solicitor's letter intended to threaten legal action or demand a settlement. It carries a heavy, serious tone and is often used colloquially to describe the act of initiating a lawsuit or issuing a warning. People rarely use this term for routine legal paperwork, reserving it for situations involving conflict or disputes.
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He received a lawyer's letter and was scared pale.
Related words
Common phrases
to receive a lawyer's letter
to send a lawyer's letter
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general legal documents or contracts, as it specifically implies a confrontational or warning nature from a legal representative. It is not used for friendly or neutral communication from a law firm.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
