mat6 zing3物證物证
Jyutpingmat6 zing3
Yalemaht jing
Definition
Material or physical evidence; an exhibit used as proof.
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How it's used
Commonly appears in legal or investigative contexts, often paired with 人證 to form the set phrase 人證物證. It specifically refers to physical objects like weapons, documents, or stolen goods rather than verbal accounts. While it sounds formal, it is frequently used in casual conversation when discussing crimes or disputes.
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gin2件gínExamples
The police found key material evidence.
What material evidence do you have to prove he stole things?
Related words
Common phrases
witness testimony and material evidence
collect material evidence
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse it with 證據, which is a broader term for any kind of evidence, including testimonies or digital records. Remember that 物證 strictly requires a physical, tangible object.
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Grammar guides
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