man4 gin2文件
Jyutpingman4 gin2
Yalemàhn gín
Definition
Document or papers containing official information, which can be in physical or digital format.
neutralwork
How it's used
Refers specifically to formal records or business paperwork rather than casual notes or personal letters. While it can describe digital files, it is most commonly associated with physical paper documents in an office or administrative setting. The term carries a professional tone and is rarely used for informal or creative writing.
Measure word
fan2份fánExamples
I accidentally lost the document.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use it to refer to any type of file on a computer, but it is better to use 檔案 for digital data or folders. Using it for casual notes or scribbles sounds unnatural as it implies a level of official importance.
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Grammar guides
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