dyun2 gung1短工
Jyutpingdyun2 gung1
Yaledyún gūng
Definition
Short-term work; a temporary job.
colloquialworkmoney
How it's used
Refers specifically to employment that is temporary or seasonal in nature, often lacking the benefits or stability of a permanent position. It is commonly used when someone is between long-term roles or looking to earn extra cash during a break from school or other commitments.
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fan2份fánExamples
He is doing a short-term job lately to earn some pocket money.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 散工, which refers more specifically to casual, day-to-day labor or odd jobs that are paid by the hour or day, whereas 短工 implies a fixed, albeit short, contract period.
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