zung6 coi4仲裁
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Yalejuhng chòih
Definition
To arbitrate; to resolve a dispute through a mutually accepted or trusted third party.
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How it's used
This term is formal and typically reserved for legal, professional, or structured dispute resolution contexts. It implies a structured process where a third party is granted authority to make a binding decision, rather than just mediating or helping people talk things out. You will rarely hear it used for casual arguments between friends or family members.
Examples
They are arguing so fiercely that we need to find someone to arbitrate.
Who should arbitrate this matter to be the most fair?
Related words
Common phrases
arbitration tribunal
to conduct arbitration
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 協調 or 調解, which imply facilitating a compromise or reaching a mutual agreement. Using 仲裁 implies that the parties have agreed to surrender their decision-making power to the arbitrator, which is a much stronger and more formal action.
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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.
