cin4 jam6前任
Jyutpingcin4 jam6
Yalechìhn yahm
Definition
The previous holder of a post or position; former; ex.
neutralpeoplework
How it's used
Refers specifically to the person who held a professional role immediately before the current occupant. While it can technically apply to romantic partners, it is far more common in workplace or organizational contexts to describe a predecessor.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
Their predecessor was a very difficult person to get along with.
Do you know where their predecessor went to work?
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a former romantic partner in casual conversation, as it sounds overly formal or clinical; people usually prefer using 舊愛 or 前度 for that purpose.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
