Chinese
wéifǎ
Meaning: illegal; to break the law
Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

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Example sentences

挪用公款是違法的行為。
挪用公款是违法的行为。
Embezzling public funds is an illegal act.
市民可以向警方舉報違法行為。
Citizens can report illegal acts to the police.
賭博不僅違法,還會讓人傾家蕩產。
Gambling is not only illegal but also leads to losing one's entire family fortune.
挪用公款是違法行為,會受到法律的制裁。
Misappropriating public funds is an illegal act and will be subject to legal sanctions.
盜竊他人財物是違法的行為。
Stealing other people's property is an illegal act.

Usage Notes

Refers to actions that directly violate established legal statutes.

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