gaau1 doi2膠袋胶袋
Jyutpinggaau1 doi2
Yalegāau dói
Definition
Plastic bag.
colloquialshoppingdaily actions
How it's used
Hong Kong has a mandatory plastic shopping bag charging scheme, so cashiers will almost always ask if you need one to avoid the extra cost. It is common to see people carry reusable bags to avoid this fee. The term is strictly used for thin, disposable shopping bags rather than heavy-duty storage bags.
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Do you need a plastic bag for your shopping?
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Common phrases
plastic shopping bag levy
ask someone for a plastic bag
Common mistake
Do not use this word for a generic bag or backpack, which are usually called 袋. Using it for a high-quality bag sounds like you are describing a bag made of cheap, flimsy plastic.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
