syun1 pun3宣判
Jyutpingsyun1 pun3
Yalesyūn pun
Definition
To pronounce or pass judgment, especially by a judge.
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How it's used
Primarily used in formal legal or judicial contexts, this term carries a sense of finality and authority. While it is a standard verb, it is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing news, court cases, or metaphorical situations involving a definitive decision.
Examples
The judge will pass the judgement tomorrow.
When will they finally pass judgement?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 判決, which is a noun referring to the verdict itself rather than the act of announcing it.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
