tong1 joek6 fai3湯藥費汤药费
Jyutpingtong1 joek6 fai3
Yaletōng yeuhk fai
Definition
Payment for medical bills, usually as compensation for injuries.
colloquialmoneyhealth
How it's used
Traditionally, this term refers to the cost of decocted herbal medicine, but in modern legal or social contexts, it has evolved to cover general medical expenses following an injury. It is frequently used in the context of compensation after a traffic accident or a physical altercation. Using this term implies that the injury was caused by someone else's negligence or fault.
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bat1筆bātExamples
He bumped into someone and has to pay their medical bills.
Related words
Common phrases
to pay medical compensation
Common mistake
Do not use this for routine checkups or minor illnesses like a cold. It specifically carries the nuance of compensation for an injury caused by an external party.
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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.
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