zing3 tai2政體政体
Jyutpingzing3 tai2
Yalejing tái
Definition
Form of government; political system.
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How it's used
Primarily used in formal, academic, or political discussions rather than casual daily chatter. It refers specifically to the structural organization of a state, distinguishing it from the broader concept of politics or governance. You will frequently encounter it in news reports or history lessons.
Measure word
zung3種jungExamples
The form of government in this country is very unique.
Which form of government do you think is most suitable for Hong Kong?
Related words
Common phrases
democratic form of government
change the form of government
Grammar color guide
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
