ce1 mei5 soeng1車尾箱车尾箱
Jyutpingce1 mei5 soeng1
Yalechē méih sēung
Definition
The trunk or boot of a car.
colloquialtransport
How it's used
Refers specifically to the storage compartment at the rear of a sedan or saloon car. While some might use the English loanword boot, this term is the standard way to describe the space in Cantonese. It is rarely used for hatchbacks or SUVs, where the rear storage area is typically referred to as 後備箱 or simply the back of the car.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
Put all the luggage into the trunk.
Is there still space in your trunk?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the term for the entire back of a car, which is simply 車尾. Using this word for a hatchback or a van can sound slightly unnatural, as it implies a distinct, enclosed compartment separated from the passenger cabin.
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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.
