bun6 dong3伴儅
Jyutpingbun6 dong3
Yalebuhn dong
Definition
Servant, companion, or attendant.
datedpeoplehome
How it's used
This term is considered quite dated and formal, often appearing in historical dramas or literature rather than in modern daily speech. It carries a sense of traditional hierarchy that is rarely used to describe modern domestic helpers or employees. Using it in a casual setting might sound overly dramatic or archaic.
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They hired a servant at home to help with chores.
In the past, wealthy families often hired servants.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with modern terms like 傭人 or 工人, which are the standard ways to refer to domestic help today. Avoid using this word in professional or casual contexts unless you are intentionally aiming for a historical tone.
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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.
