juk6 zeot1獄卒狱卒
Jyutpingjuk6 zeot1
Yaleyuhk jēut
Definition
Prison guard; gaoler.
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How it's used
This term is primarily used in historical contexts or when describing fictional settings like period dramas. In modern daily life, Hong Kongers almost exclusively use the term 懲教署職員 to refer to prison guards, as it is the official title for the Correctional Services Department staff.
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go3個goExamples
He used to work as a prison guard.
That prison guard is very fierce.
Related words
Common phrases
to work as a prison guard
Common mistake
Do not use this word to describe a contemporary prison guard in a professional or casual conversation, as it sounds archaic or like it belongs in a martial arts novel.
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Grammar guides
- TonesCantonese has six tones, and the tones can change in certain grammatical contexts. Learn the six tones and the rules for tone change.
- 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.
