piu3 sou3票數票数
Jyutpingpiu3 sou3
Yalepiu sou
Definition
Number of votes received by a candidate or a party list in an election.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the tally of ballots cast in a formal election or a poll. It is a formal noun that rarely appears in casual daily chatter unless discussing politics or organizational voting results. When talking about general quantities of items, use 數量 instead.
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How are the votes counted in this election?
The number of votes he received is much higher than his opponent's.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 票價, which refers to the price of a ticket. Learners sometimes mistakenly use 票數 when they mean the price of admission or a travel ticket.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
