fuk6 mou6 jip6服務業服务业
Jyutpingfuk6 mou6 jip6
Yalefuhk mouh yihp
Definition
Service industry or service sector, including industries like dining, tourism, healthcare, education, and finance.
neutralwork
How it's used
Refers specifically to the tertiary sector of the economy, encompassing everything from retail and hospitality to professional consulting. It is frequently used when discussing career paths or the general economic climate of Hong Kong. Unlike some other sectors, it carries a strong connotation of customer interaction and emotional labor.
Examples
Do you think the service industry is very difficult to work in?
Related words
Common phrases
to join the service industry
service industry worker
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Grammar guides
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