wai2 joek3毀約毁约
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Yalewái yeuk
Definition
To break a contract; to violate an agreement.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal or legal contexts rather than casual daily conversation. While it literally means breaking a contract, it carries a strong sense of moral failure or lack of integrity in personal or business dealings. It is often paired with consequences like paying compensation or losing reputation.
Examples
He broke the contract suddenly, and the whole deal fell through.
Related words
Common phrases
compensation for breach of contract
liability for breach of contract
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 違約, which is a more neutral or technical term for defaulting on a contract. 毀約 sounds more deliberate and active, implying a conscious decision to tear up an agreement.
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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.
