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Definition
Public security officers of mainland China; police officers in China.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to law enforcement personnel within mainland China. In Hong Kong, the term is rarely used to describe local police, who are referred to as 警察. Using this term for local officers can sound confusing or politically loaded.
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Are they public security officers?
There are a few public security officers patrolling here.
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Common phrases
public security officers enforcing the law
Common mistake
Do not use this to refer to Hong Kong police officers, as it implies they belong to the mainland system rather than the local force.
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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.
- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
