gong2 duk1港督
Jyutpinggong2 duk1
Yalegóng dūk
Definition
The Governor of Hong Kong during the British colonial period.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the British colonial era, carrying a strong historical and political weight. It is almost exclusively used in academic, historical, or nostalgic contexts rather than daily casual conversation. When discussing the current head of Hong Kong, use 行政長官 instead to avoid confusion.
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wai6位waihExamples
How were the colonial governors chosen back then?
We went to the museum to see photos of the last governor.
Related words
Common phrases
the last colonial governor
Government House (the official residence)
Common mistake
Do not use this term for the current Chief Executive of Hong Kong, as it is strictly reserved for the British colonial period.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- 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.
