luk6 ceoi2錄取录取
Jyutpingluk6 ceoi2
Yaleluhk chéui
Definition
To admit, recruit, or accept someone into an institution, school, or job.
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How it's used
While this term is used in formal contexts like university admissions or job offers, it is often replaced by more casual verbs in daily speech. People frequently use 請 to talk about being hired for a job or 收 to talk about getting into a school or program. Using this word suggests a slightly more official or administrative process.
Examples
He was finally admitted to the university.
Do you know which company has hired you?
Related words
Common phrases
to be admitted
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this word to mean recording something, as in making a video or audio file. For recording, use 錄影 or 錄音 instead.
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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.
