gaam1 tau4監頭监头
Jyutpinggaam1 tau4
Yalegāam tàuh
Definition
A prison warden; a senior correctional officer in charge of a prison.
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How it's used
This term is a colloquial, slightly informal way to refer to a senior correctional officer in charge of a facility. It carries a sense of authority and is commonly used in casual conversation or by inmates, rather than in official government correspondence. While it literally translates to prison head, it specifically points to the high-ranking official overseeing the entire institution.
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Common mistake
Do not use this term in a formal setting or when speaking directly to a correctional officer, as it can sound disrespectful or overly familiar. Use 懲教事務總監督 for a professional or respectful title.
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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.
