bou4 tau4埗頭埗头
Jyutpingbou4 tau4
Yalebòuh tàuh
Definition
A pier, dock, or jetty.
colloquialplacestransport
How it's used
This term is primarily used to refer to smaller, local piers or landing stages rather than large-scale international container terminals. It carries a slightly nostalgic or traditional feel, often associated with older districts or outlying islands. In modern urban planning contexts, you are more likely to encounter the term 碼頭.
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We are waiting for the boat at the pier.
Related words
Common phrases
Sham Shui Po (a district named after a deep water pier)
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with 碼頭, which is the standard, neutral term for any pier or ferry terminal. Using 埗頭 in a formal or professional context might sound overly rustic or dated.
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