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Yalebei maht gíng chaat
Definition
Secret police or political police, responsible for gathering intelligence and conducting covert political missions.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to covert agents or intelligence units operating within a government structure, often carrying a negative connotation of state surveillance. While the term is understood in Cantonese, it is rarely used in casual daily conversation unless discussing historical events or political thrillers. In a local Hong Kong context, it is frequently associated with the now-defunct Special Branch of the colonial police force.
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I heard there are secret police monitoring the place.
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Special Branch
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
