ce1 ci3車次车次
Jyutpingce1 ci3
Yalechē chi
Definition
Train or coach service number; the scheduled run of a train or bus.
neutraltransporttime
How it's used
Refers specifically to the scheduled identifier for public transport services like trains or long distance buses. It is primarily used in formal or logistical contexts rather than casual conversation about taking a ride. When asking about a specific service, locals often just use 班次 instead to refer to the frequency or the specific trip.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
Do you know what time this train number departs?
Related words
Common phrases
inquire about the train number
confirm the train number
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 車牌, which refers to the physical license plate number of a vehicle. Using 車次 to ask about a car's registration plate will cause confusion as it sounds like you are asking about a train schedule.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
