jik6 miu4疫苗
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Definition
Vaccine; a biological preparation used to provide acquired immunity to a particular infectious disease.
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How it's used
People in Hong Kong almost always use the verb 打 when talking about getting a vaccine, as in 打疫苗 or 打針. While 接種 is the formal term used in news reports and medical documents, it sounds too clinical for casual conversation. Using 打 makes the action sound like a standard, routine part of daily health management.
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zi1支jīExamples
This type of vaccine seems quite effective.
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Common mistake
Avoid using the Mandarin-style verb 接觸 when you mean to get vaccinated, as that actually means to come into contact with something. Always stick to 打 or 接種.
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Grammar guides
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- Time and datesClock time, days of the week, months, and years. The patterns you need to make plans and talk about when things happen.
- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
