bou6 deoi2部隊部队
Jyutpingbou6 deoi2
Yalebouh déui
Definition
Troops, forces, or an army unit.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a distinct military unit or detachment rather than the entire armed forces. It is often used in formal or news contexts to describe organized groups within a larger military structure. When discussing the military as a whole, people usually prefer the term 軍隊.
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That troop will return to Hong Kong today.
Do you know which troop is responsible for this operation?
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Grammar guides
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