Bilingual glossary
Recognise the English, then use Chinese to clarify.
The official test is not available in Chinese. This glossary deliberately leads with English; Traditional Chinese helps build recognition and context.
- settlement定居
- A term used in GOV.UK application guidance. Eligibility depends on the individual route, so check the latest official page.
- ILR無限期居留（Indefinite leave to remain）
- Learn both the full English term and its abbreviation so you can recognise either form.
- British citizenship英國公民身份
- Keep this distinct from settlement and check GOV.UK for the requirements that apply to you.
- devolved government權力下放政府
- Recognise the English term first, then place it in the institutional context used by the official Guide.
- constituency選區
- A common institutional term worth keeping visible in English while you study.
- civil law民事法
- Study it beside criminal law, focusing first on recognising the English wording.
- criminal law刑事法
- Contrast it with civil law; the Chinese explanation is a study aid only.
Use boundaryImmigration routes and identity requirements can change. These study notes are not legal or immigration advice; check GOV.UK for your circumstances.