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Definition
Bachelor or unmarried man.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to a man who is currently single or unmarried, often carrying a slightly self-deprecating or humorous tone. It is rarely used in formal contexts and is mostly heard in casual conversation among friends. Unlike the formal term 單身, this word emphasizes the status of being unattached in a way that feels more personal and informal.
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He always says he is a bachelor and nobody wants him.
You are a bachelor too, why don't we go out for a drink together?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who is a widower, as it strictly refers to an unmarried man rather than someone who has lost a spouse. It is also exclusively masculine and cannot be applied to women.
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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.
