gaap3 paai3鴿派鸽派
Jyutpinggaap3 paai3
Yalegap pai
Definition
Dove faction (opposite: 鷹派|鹰派[ying1 pai4], hawks); the faction seeking peace
neutralpeople
How it's used
Used primarily in political and economic contexts to describe those who prefer negotiation and compromise over confrontation. It is a direct loan translation from English, mirroring the same metaphor used in international relations. While it is a formal term, it is frequently used in news analysis and casual political discussions among friends.
Examples
keoi5 dei6 hai6 din2 jing4 ge3 gaap2 paai3 m4 zung1 ji3 jung6 mou5 lik6
佢哋係典型嘅鴿派，唔鍾意用武力。
They are typical doves and do not like using force.
nei5 gok3 dak1 ni1 go3 zing3 caak3 hai6 gaap2 paai3 ding6 hai6 jing1 paai3 aa4
你覺得呢個政策係鴿派定係鷹派呀？
Do you think this policy is dovish or hawkish?
Related words
Common phrases
gaap2 paai3 laap6 coeng4
鴿派立場
dovish stance
gaap2 paai3 jan4 mat2
鴿派人物
dovish figure
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the literal bird, as the context will clearly distinguish between political stances and actual pigeons. It is almost always used in contrast with 鷹派, so learners should learn both terms together.
Tone guide
T1High level
T2High rising
T3Mid level
T4Low falling
T5Low rising
T6Low level
Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- 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.
