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Definition
Disc jockey; a DJ who selects and plays recorded music for an audience.
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How it's used
While this term is the formal translation for disc jockey, most people in Hong Kong simply use the English acronym DJ in daily conversation. Using the full four character term can sound slightly dated or overly formal, as if you are reading from a news script or a textbook. It is rarely used when referring to modern electronic music performers, who are almost exclusively called DJ.
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Do you know who the most famous DJ is?
Related words
Common phrases
radio DJ
Common mistake
Do not be surprised if someone looks confused if you use the full term in a casual setting, as it is much less common than the English loanword.
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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.
