caan4 zat6殘疾残疾
Jyutpingcaan4 zat6
Yalechàahn jaht
Definition
Disability; having physical, cognitive, mental, sensory, emotional, or developmental impairment.
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How it's used
Using 殘疾 is generally considered the formal and respectful term for referring to individuals with impairments. In casual conversation, people often use the more descriptive 傷殘 when discussing physical injuries or long term conditions. It is standard practice to append 人士 to 殘疾 to show professional courtesy in public discourse.
Examples
The government should provide more support for disabled people.
Although he has a disability, he lives very happily.
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Common mistake
Avoid using the term 殘廢 as it is highly offensive and carries a derogatory tone implying someone is useless or broken. Always stick to 殘疾 or 傷殘 to remain polite and neutral.
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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.
