gei6 jan4技人
Jyutpinggei6 jan4
Yalegeih yành
Definition
A cyclist [colloquial]
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How it's used
This is a specific piece of jargon used almost exclusively by professional drivers, particularly truck and taxi drivers, to refer to cyclists on the road. It carries a slightly dismissive or frustrated tone, as cyclists are often viewed as obstacles in the flow of heavy traffic. You will rarely hear this term used outside of professional driving circles or road-related complaints.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
cin4 min6 jau5 gei2 go3 gei6 jan4 zaa1 ce1 jiu3 siu2 sam1 di1
前面有幾個技人，揸車要小心啲。
There are a few cyclists ahead, drive carefully.
nei5 gin3 dou2 go2 go3 gei6 jan4 hai6 mai6 hou2 maan6 aa4
你見到嗰個技人係咪好慢呀？
Is that cyclist you see going very slowly?
Common phrases
zong6 dou3*2 gei6 jan4
撞到技人
hit a cyclist
Common mistake
Do not use this word in general conversation with non-drivers, as it will likely be misunderstood or sound strange. Stick to the standard term 單車友 or 踩單車嘅人 for everyday contexts.
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.
