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Definition
To obey or observe the law.
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How it's used
Focuses on the active act of following regulations rather than just being a law-abiding person. It is often used in formal contexts like news or civic education, but it remains perfectly understandable in daily speech when discussing rules or social norms.
Examples
The most important thing in life is to obey the law.
Do you know that obeying the law is a citizen's duty?
Related words
Common phrases
law-abiding
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse it with 守規矩, which is used for following general rules or etiquette rather than legal statutes.
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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.
