jau4 haak3遊客游客
Jyutpingjau4 haak3
Yaleyàuh haak
Definition
Tourist; sightseer; a person who travels to and visits a place that is not where they usually live.
colloquialpeopletravel
How it's used
Refers specifically to people visiting a location for leisure or sightseeing, distinct from business travelers or expatriates. While often used neutrally, it can carry a slightly detached or critical tone when locals discuss overcrowded areas or tourist traps.
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go3個goExamples
There are many tourists queuing up to buy tickets here.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this word to describe someone who has moved to a city for work or study, as it strictly implies a temporary visitor status.
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