hok6 tung4學童学童
Jyutpinghok6 tung4
Yalehohk tùhng
Definition
Schoolchild or student; a child who is currently studying or attending school.
writtenschoolpeople
How it's used
This term is primarily used in formal, administrative, or news contexts rather than in casual conversation. It specifically refers to children who are currently enrolled in school, often appearing in official policy discussions or social welfare reports. When speaking informally about children who go to school, people typically use phrases like 讀緊書嘅小朋友.
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ming4名mìnghExamples
The pupils at this primary school are all very well-behaved.
The government will subsidize low-income pupils for buying books.
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Common mistake
Do not use this word to refer to students in general, especially those in secondary school or university, as it carries a strong connotation of being a young child.
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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.
