gwaa3 laam4 dang1 lung4掛藍燈籠挂蓝灯笼
Jyutpinggwaa3 laam4 dang1 lung4
Yalegwa làahm dāng lùhng
Definition
An associate or candidate member of a triad society who has not yet undergone the formal initiation ceremony.
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How it's used
This term originates from triad jargon and refers to someone who is in a probationary or waiting status before full initiation. It implies that the person is associated with the group but lacks the full rights or responsibilities of a formal member. It is highly specific to underworld culture and is rarely used in mainstream social contexts.
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He is still a candidate member, not officially joined yet.
Related words
Common phrases
to serve as a candidate member
Common mistake
Do not use this term in casual conversation to describe someone who is simply a trainee or a newcomer in a regular workplace, as it carries a strong criminal connotation.
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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.
