sai3 mau6世貿世贸
Jyutpingsai3 mau6
Yalesai mauh
Definition
World Trade Organization (WTO).
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How it's used
This abbreviation is used almost exclusively in news reports and formal discussions regarding international trade policy. While it is a standard acronym, it sounds slightly more professional than saying the full name in casual conversation. It is often treated as a proper noun referring to the organization itself or the building complex in Causeway Bay.
Examples
What is the WTO meeting discussing?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Causeway Bay shopping mall, which is also commonly referred to as 世貿. Context is usually sufficient to distinguish between the global trade body and the local commercial center.
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Grammar guides
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