ceot1 ceon4出巡
Definition
To make a tour of inspection; to go on an official visit to inspect local conditions.
How it's used
Originally referring to an emperor or high official touring the country, this term is now frequently used in a sarcastic or humorous way to describe a boss or manager walking around the office. It implies that the person is acting with an air of self-importance or is unnecessarily monitoring their subordinates. Using it to describe a regular visit often highlights the power dynamic between the visitor and those being visited.
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Do not use this for a simple business trip or a casual visit, as it carries a strong connotation of hierarchy and inspection. It is almost exclusively used when the person visiting holds a higher rank than the people at the destination.
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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.
