jan4 sou3人數人数
Jyutpingjan4 sou3
Yaleyàhn sou
Definition
The number of people; a headcount.
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How it's used
Focuses specifically on the count of individuals within a group or event rather than the general population. It is commonly used in formal or semi-formal contexts like event planning, reservations, or statistics. When talking about a crowd of people in a more casual or vague sense, speakers often prefer using 幾多人 instead.
Measure word
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How many people are coming to the gathering this time?
The restaurant has limited the number of people, so you have to queue to get in.
Related words
Common phrases
limit the number of people
increase the number of people
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe the size of a crowd in a casual setting, as it sounds overly administrative. For casual conversation, simply asking 幾多人 is much more natural.
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