ceon4 lo4巡邏巡逻
Jyutpingceon4 lo4
Yalechèuhn lòh
Definition
To patrol; to perform an authorized tour of a given area in search of danger, crime, or violations.
neutralworkdaily actions
How it's used
Focuses on the act of moving through an area to maintain security or order. While often associated with police or security guards, it can also describe someone checking on a specific area to ensure everything is in its proper place.
Examples
The security guard patrols this place every night.
Have you seen any police officers patrolling yet?
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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