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Definition
Genuine or authorized goods; products manufactured or distributed under legal license from the copyright or trademark owner.
colloquialshoppingtechnology
How it's used
Focuses specifically on the legitimacy of intellectual property rather than just physical quality. It is frequently used in contrast to 翻版, which refers to pirated or counterfeit goods. Using this term implies a clear distinction between authorized products and illegal reproductions.
Examples
I bought a legitimate game to play.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 真貨, which generally refers to the physical authenticity of an item, such as a genuine leather bag versus a fake one, whereas 正版 specifically relates to copyright and licensing.
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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.
