合法 (hé fǎ) — legal; lawful; legitimate
Definition
Adjective meaning 'lawful, legitimate' — used for actions, businesses, or status that comply with the law. Pairs naturally with 经营/注册; for 'legitimate' in the sense of proper/standard (not legal), use 正规.
adjective
legallawfullegitimate
Examples
- 合法。Zhè jiā gōng sī shì hé fǎ zhù cè de.This company is legally registered.
- 合法。Tā de xíng wéi wán quán hé fǎ.His behavior is completely lawful.
- 合法。hé fǎ Jīng yíng shì qǐ yè de jī chǔ.Legal operation is the foundation of a business.
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