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Definition
Chinese-funded enterprises or business conglomerates.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to companies with capital originating from mainland China, often carrying a distinct corporate culture compared to local Hong Kong or international firms. It is frequently used in business news and casual office gossip regarding job stability or management styles. The term implies a specific organizational structure and reporting line that differentiates it from other types of corporations in the city.
Measure word
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He works at a Chinese-funded enterprise.
Is that Chinese-funded enterprise laying off staff recently?
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Common phrases
Chinese-funded background
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
