gung1 gaa3公假
Jyutpinggung1 gaa3
Yalegūng ga
Definition
Public holiday.
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How it's used
Shortening 公眾假期 to 公假 is very common in casual conversation to save time. It functions exactly like the full term but carries a more relaxed, informal tone. You will often hear it used when discussing work schedules or planning weekend trips.
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go3個goExamples
Next Monday is a public holiday, no need to go to work.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a public holiday
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 請假, which refers to taking personal leave from work or school. Using 公假 to mean personal leave will cause confusion as it specifically refers to government or company-wide holidays.
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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.
