gaau3 tau4教頭教头
Jyutpinggaau3 tau4
Yalegaau tàuh
Definition
A chief instructor, typically in a disciplined organization like the military or police.
colloquialworkpeople
How it's used
Originally referring to martial arts masters in historical settings, the term has evolved to describe anyone in charge of physical training or strict discipline. It carries a slightly old-fashioned or dramatic flair compared to standard terms like 教練. It is frequently used in contexts involving sports teams, military training, or even strict extracurricular activities.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
The chief instructor is very fierce and always scolds the recruits.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 教練, which is the standard term for a sports coach or trainer. Using 教頭 for a casual gym instructor or a football coach can sound overly dramatic or like you are referring to a character in a period drama.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- 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.
- In 30 secondsThe whole language at a glance. No tenses, no plurals, six tones, sentence particles. Read this before you dive into any specific topic.
- ParticlesSentence particles add tone, emotion, and nuance. Learn the most common particles in Cantonese and how to use them.
