zyun6 gei3傳記传记
Jyutpingzyun6 gei3
Yalejyuhn gei
Definition
Biography; a literary genre that records a person's life.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a written account of a person's life, often published as a book. While it is a standard term, it is less common in casual daily chatter compared to more general words like 故事. It is frequently used in academic or literary contexts when discussing historical figures or public icons.
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He wrote a biography about Einstein.
Which celebrity's biography have you read?
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Grammar guides
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