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Jyutpingcyun4 gaau3 si6
Yalechyùhn gaau sih
Definition
Missionary; a person sent by a religious organization to propagate their faith, usually referring to Christianity.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to individuals sent by religious organizations to spread their faith in foreign lands. In local usage, it is most frequently associated with Christian denominations, often referred to collectively as 耶教. While the term is standard, it carries a historical weight due to the role these individuals played in the cultural and educational history of Hong Kong.
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All of his family members are missionaries.
Do you know who the first missionary to China was?
Related words
Common phrases
foreign missionary
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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.
