cat1 zi2七仔
Jyutpingcat1 zi2
Yalechāt jí
Definition
A nickname for the 7-Eleven convenience store chain.
colloquialshoppingplaces
How it's used
Using this nickname is extremely common and sounds much more natural than saying the full name in casual conversation. It reflects the ubiquity of these stores in Hong Kong, where they serve as a primary hub for quick snacks, drinks, and even bill payments. The suffix 仔 is a classic Cantonese diminutive that adds a friendly, informal tone to the brand name.
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gaan1間gānExamples
I am going down to 7-Eleven to buy a bottle of water.
Is there a 7-Eleven nearby?
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Common mistake
Do not use this term in formal settings, such as a business meeting or a professional email, as it is strictly colloquial. While it is universally understood, it is not the official name of the store.
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Grammar guides
- LocationHow to say where something is using 喺 (hai2), place words like 度, and the common coverbs that work like English prepositions.
- Serial verbsStringing two or more verbs together without any joining word, like go to the shop buy things. Extremely common in Cantonese.
- 將 disposalHow to move the object in front of the verb with 將, to focus on what happens to it. Common in instructions and writing.
