gwok3 caan2國產国产
Jyutpinggwok3 caan2
Yalegwok cháan
Definition
Domestic; made in one's home country, especially referring to goods made in China.
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How it's used
Refers almost exclusively to products manufactured in mainland China when spoken by people in Hong Kong. While the literal meaning is home produced, the term carries a strong connotation of Chinese origin rather than local Hong Kong production. It is often used to distinguish goods from those imported from Japan, Europe, or the United States.
Examples
These electrical appliances are all made in China.
Is the mobile phone you bought made in China?
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to describe products made in Hong Kong, as it will be misunderstood as referring to mainland China. Use 本地製造 for items made locally in Hong Kong.
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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.
