hong4 jip6行業行业
Jyutpinghong4 jip6
Yalehòhng yihp
Definition
An industry, profession, or trade.
neutralwork
How it's used
Focuses on the broader sector or field of work rather than a specific job title. It is frequently used when discussing market trends, career prospects, or the general economic landscape. When asking someone about their specific job, people often prefer asking 做咩工 instead of using this term.
Measure word
go3個goExamples
The competition in this industry is very intense.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not use this to refer to a specific job position or role, as it is strictly for categories or sectors. Use 職業 or 做咩工 for individual occupations.
Grammar color guide
Noun
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Adjective
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Pronoun
Classifier
Particle
Connector
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.
