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Definition
Same-sex marriage.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal, legal, or political discussions regarding human rights and social policy. While it is the standard term for the concept, activists and the LGBTQ+ community often use the more inclusive phrase 婚姻平權 to emphasize the broader goal of marriage equality.
Examples
Hong Kong still does not recognize same-sex marriage yet.
Do you support same-sex marriage?
Common phrases
to fight for same-sex marriage
legalization of same-sex marriage
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
