gai1 zai2 beng2雞仔餅鸡仔饼
Jyutpinggai1 zai2 beng2
Yalegāi jái béng
Definition
A chewy, savory Cantonese biscuit; also a slang term for a Station Sergeant in the Hong Kong Police.
- a traditional savory Cantonese biscuit made with flour, fermented bean curd, sesame, and lard
- slanga Station Sergeant in the Hong Kong Police Force
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How it's used
The term originates from the shape of the rank badge worn by a Station Sergeant, which resembles the small, round, and slightly flattened appearance of the traditional snack. While the food item is a staple of Cantonese pastry culture, the slang usage is specific to the Hong Kong Police Force and is considered informal workplace jargon.
Measure word
gau6嚿gauhExamples
The chick biscuits here are very fragrant, buy two to take home and eat.
I heard that Station Sergeant is coming to patrol today.
Related words
Common phrases
buy chick biscuits
traditional chick biscuit
Common mistake
Do not use the slang term in formal settings or when addressing a superior officer directly, as it is disrespectful and unprofessional.
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