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Definition
A seal or stamp, commonly referred to as a "chop" in Hong Kong English, used to apply an official mark to a document.
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How it's used
Locally, this is almost always referred to as a chop in English, reflecting the colonial history of the term. While 圖章 is the standard term for a personal or official seal, you will hear 印仔 used for smaller, less formal stamps like those used by teachers or for loyalty cards. Using the verb 蓋 is essential when talking about the action of applying the seal.
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The document needs to be stamped with a seal to be valid.
Have you brought the seal to the office yet?
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Common phrases
to stamp a seal
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 郵票, which is a postage stamp for mail. Using 圖章 for a postage stamp will cause confusion as it specifically refers to an ink seal or chop.
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