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Definition
Licence or permit issued by a government or professional body certifying qualifications to perform a task or operate machinery.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to formal, government-issued or professional credentials rather than simple permissions. While 牌照 is often used interchangeably in casual speech, 執照 carries a slightly more formal weight and is typically associated with professional practice or specific technical qualifications.
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He has obtained his professional licence.
Do you need to get a licence to work in this industry?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for casual permissions or general permits, where 牌 or 牌照 is much more common in daily life. Using 執照 for a simple business permit can sound overly bureaucratic or stiff.
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