aat3 gam1押金
Jyutpingaat3 gam1
Yaleaat gām
Definition
Guarantee money; a refundable deposit.
colloquialmoneyhome
How it's used
按金 is the standard term for a refundable deposit in Hong Kong, whereas 押金 is more commonly heard in Mainland China or Taiwan. Using 按金 will make your Cantonese sound much more natural and locally authentic. It is widely used in contexts like renting property, booking services, or borrowing equipment.
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bat1筆bātRelated words
Common mistake
Avoid using 押金 in daily conversation as it sounds foreign to most Hong Kongers. Stick to 按金 to ensure you are understood and sound like a local.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
