gon3 bou6幹部干部
Jyutpinggon3 bou6
Yalegon bouh
Definition
A cadre, key member, or official in an organization; also refers to a plant stem.
- cadre; leading member or official in an organization
- official in a public unit or self-governing organization in mainland China
- the main stem of a plant
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How it's used
Refers primarily to individuals holding administrative or leadership positions within organizations, particularly in the context of mainland Chinese institutions. When applied to botany, it specifically denotes the main trunk or stem of a plant. It carries a formal tone and is rarely used to describe casual leadership roles outside of structured organizations.
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go3個goExamples
He is a student leader at school and is very busy.
The stem of this tree is very thick; it must have been growing for many years.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the Cantonese slang 幹, which is a vulgar expletive. In a standard context, the term is strictly professional or botanical.
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Grammar guides
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