jik6 gun2驛館驿馆
Jyutpingjik6 gun2
Yaleyihk gún
Definition
A courier hostel, station, or post house.
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How it's used
This term is strictly historical and refers to the official lodging system used by government messengers in imperial China. It is almost exclusively encountered in the context of period dramas or historical literature. You will never hear it used to describe modern hotels or hostels.
Measure word
gaan1間gānExamples
You always see courier stations in period dramas.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often mistakenly use this to refer to modern inns or hostels, but it carries a specific connotation of government-run relay stations for official business.
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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.
