haa6 seoi2 syun4下水船
Jyutpinghaa6 seoi2 syun4
Yalehah séui syùhn
Definition
The next shipment; the next boat or cargo delivery.
colloquialworktransport
How it's used
Refers specifically to goods arriving by sea, reflecting the historical importance of maritime trade in Hong Kong. It is almost exclusively used in logistics, import, and export business contexts rather than for general travel or passenger transport. The term implies a scheduled arrival of cargo that is currently in transit or awaiting departure.
Examples
This batch of goods will only be available on the next shipment.
Related words
Common phrases
to rush to catch the next shipment
to wait for the next shipment
Common mistake
Do not use this to refer to the next passenger ferry or boat, as it is strictly reserved for cargo shipments. Using it for people will sound confusing or highly unnatural to native speakers.
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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.
