ziu6 wui4召回
Jyutpingziu6 wui4
Yalejiuh wùih
Definition
To recall, summon back, or order someone to return.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal or professional contexts such as government diplomacy or corporate product safety. It carries a sense of official authority and is rarely used in casual conversation to describe calling someone back home. For everyday situations like asking a friend to return, use 叫返嚟 instead.
Examples
The company decided to recall that batch of defective products.
Should the government recall the ambassador stationed abroad?
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Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this for casual situations, but it sounds overly stiff and bureaucratic in daily life. Avoid using it for people unless you are referring to high-level official appointments.
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Grammar guides
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