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Definition
Indonesian domestic helper or maid.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to domestic workers from Indonesia, who are a significant part of the workforce in Hong Kong. While the term is common, it is always more respectful to address or refer to someone by their name rather than their occupation. Using this term is a matter of factual description rather than a formal title.
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My family hired an Indonesian domestic helper to help with chores.
Is your Indonesian domestic helper off on Sundays?
Related words
Common phrases
hire an Indonesian domestic helper
Common mistake
Avoid using this term as a generic label for all domestic helpers, as it specifically denotes nationality. Using it to refer to a helper from another country, such as the Philippines, is considered incorrect and potentially offensive.
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Grammar guides
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