gung1 zoeng6工匠
Jyutpinggung1 zoeng6
Yalegūng jeuhng
Definition
Artisan or craftsman; a person skilled in an applied art or trade.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to someone who possesses refined manual skills or artistic craftsmanship rather than just a general laborer. While it can describe traditional professions like carpentry or pottery, it is also used metaphorically to praise someone who handles a specific task with great care and precision.
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wai6位waihExamples
This craftsman's skills are really impressive.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 技工, which typically refers to a technician or a skilled worker in a factory or maintenance setting. 工匠 carries a stronger connotation of artistry and traditional craft.
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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.
