bok3 dou6駁艔驳艔
Jyutpingbok3 dou6
Yalebok douh
Definition
A transit barge.
neutraltransport
How it's used
This term specifically refers to a flat-bottomed boat used for transferring cargo between larger ships and the shore. It is a technical term often heard in the context of the Hong Kong port and logistics industry. While it is a standard noun, it is rarely used in casual daily conversation outside of maritime or shipping environments.
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gaa3架gaExamples
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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.
