wui6 daan1匯單汇单
Jyutpingwui6 daan1
Yalewuih dāan
Definition
Money order; bill of exchange.
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How it's used
Primarily associated with traditional postal services, this term is becoming increasingly rare as digital banking and instant transfers replace paper-based remittance methods. It specifically refers to a document issued by a bank or post office that allows the recipient to collect a specified amount of cash. While still understood, younger generations often use modern banking terminology instead.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 支票, which is a personal cheque drawn from a bank account. A 匯單 is typically a prepaid instrument purchased at a counter, whereas a 支票 relies on the issuer having sufficient funds in their own account.
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