bok3 teng5駁艇驳艇
Jyutpingbok3 teng5
Yalebok téhng
Definition
Tender; a small shuttle boat used to transport people and goods across short distances.
colloquialtransportplaces
How it's used
Originally referring to small vessels used to ferry passengers or cargo between larger ships anchored offshore and the pier, the term now frequently describes any small boat providing a shuttle service across a narrow body of water. It implies a functional, utilitarian role rather than a leisurely cruise. You will often hear it used in the context of remote islands or areas where regular ferry services are unavailable.
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zek3隻jekExamples
Let's take the shuttle boat to the opposite shore.
Are there any shuttle boats available here?
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with a standard ferry, which is usually larger and follows a fixed, public schedule. Using it for a large commercial vessel will sound unnatural to native speakers.
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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.
