zuk6 zi6俗字

Jyutpingzuk6 zi6

Yalejuhk jih

名詞

Definition

Popular non-standard written form of a Chinese character, as opposed to the orthodox form.

neutralothercommunication

How it's used

Refers to characters that have gained widespread usage despite being technically incorrect or simplified versions of the standard character. While often used in handwriting or informal signage, they are generally avoided in formal writing or academic contexts. It is common to see these in menus or handwritten notes where speed is prioritized over strict orthographic correctness.

Measure word

go3個go

Examples

ni1呢go3個zi6字jyun4原loi4來hai6係zuk6俗zi6字lai2嚟㗎。

This character is actually a non-standard variant.

nei5你se2寫ni1呢go3個zuk6俗zi6字jan4人dei6哋mei6未bit1必tai2睇dak1得ming4明。

People might not understand if you write this non-standard character.

Common phrases

se2寫zuk6俗zi6字

to write a non-standard character

jung6用zuk6俗zi6字

to use a non-standard character

Common mistake

Do not confuse this with 簡體字, which refers to the official simplified character set used in mainland China. A 俗字 is a variant that exists outside of official standardization, often arising from historical shorthand or common misspellings.