wai4 hin3違憲违宪
Jyutpingwai4 hin3
Yalewàih hin
Definition
To violate the constitution; unconstitutional.
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How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used in formal, legal, or political contexts rather than casual conversation. It functions as a verb phrase meaning to act in contradiction to the constitution. When discussing legal matters, it is often paired with the noun 憲法 to clarify the specific document being referenced.
Examples
Is this law unconstitutional?
They believe this decision violates the constitution.
Related words
Common phrases
to declare unconstitutional
to rule as unconstitutional
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