bou2 kap1補給补给
Jyutpingbou2 kap1
Yalebóu kāp
Definition
To resupply, or the supplies themselves.
- to resupply; to replenish food, equipment, or other resources
- supplies; provisions
neutraldaily actionsother
How it's used
While often used in military or survival contexts, this term is frequently applied to everyday situations like hiking, gaming, or long road trips. It carries a sense of replenishing resources that are essential for endurance or continued operation. Unlike the more general 補充, which can refer to adding information or missing details, 補給 specifically focuses on tangible necessities like food, water, or equipment.
Examples
Remember to bring enough supplies before hiking.
How much supply do we have left?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for general replenishment of abstract things like knowledge or sleep, where 補充 is the standard choice. Using 補給 for non-physical items can sound overly formal or slightly militaristic.
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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.
