hau6 toi4後台后台
Jyutpinghau6 toi4
Yalehauh tòih
Definition
Backstage, or a behind-the-scenes supporter or backing force.
- backstage; behind the stage
- figurativebacker; behind-the-scenes supporter; backing or influence
neutralworkpeople
How it's used
Beyond the literal meaning of the area behind a stage, this term is frequently used metaphorically to describe a person or organization that provides secret support, influence, or protection. It often implies that someone has powerful connections or a benefactor helping them succeed behind the scenes.
Examples
He is helping prepare props backstage.
It turns out the company has a big financial group backing it.
Related words
Common phrases
the boss behind the scenes
to have strong backing
Common mistake
Avoid using this to refer to the literal back of a building or a backyard, as those contexts require different vocabulary like 後面 or 後園.
Grammar color guide
Noun
Verb
Adjective
Adverb
Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
