maai5 tyun5買斷买断
Jyutpingmaai5 tyun5
Yalemáaih tyúhn
Definition
To buy out, buy outright, or acquire exclusive ownership by paying a lump sum.
colloquialmoneywork
How it's used
Focuses on the finality of a transaction where recurring payments are eliminated. It is frequently used in business contexts regarding intellectual property, commercial leases, or long term service contracts. The term implies a clean break from future obligations by paying a lump sum upfront.
Examples
They bought out this patent, so they don't have to pay anymore from now on.
Are you planning to buy out this contract, or renew it every month?
Related words
Common phrases
to buy out a contract
to buy out a patent
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with just buying something in full. It specifically implies replacing an ongoing payment structure, like a subscription or rent, with a single permanent purchase.
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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.
