zi1 gam1資金资金
Jyutpingzi1 gam1
Yalejī gām
Definition
Funds or capital; money used for management or operations.
neutralmoneywork
How it's used
Refers specifically to financial resources allocated for a business, project, or investment. It carries a more formal or professional tone compared to general terms for money like 錢 or 財產. You will frequently hear it in contexts involving business operations, startups, or government grants.
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bat1筆bātExamples
Their company is very tight on capital.
How are you raising this capital?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this word for personal pocket money or general cash. It implies a larger, structured pool of funds rather than the coins or notes you carry in your wallet.
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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.
