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Definition
White person; Caucasian; individuals of European descent or with light skin.
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How it's used
This term is used as a neutral descriptor for Caucasian individuals in everyday conversation. It is not inherently derogatory, though it focuses on physical appearance rather than nationality or culture. When referring to someone's specific background, it is often more polite to use their nationality if known.
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That white person speaks Cantonese very fluently.
Have you seen many white tourists on the street?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this term to describe people of other ethnicities with light skin, as it specifically refers to the Caucasian racial group. Using it incorrectly can lead to misunderstandings about the intended meaning.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
