jyun4員员
Jyutpingjyun4
Yaleyùhn
Definition
A person of a certain status, or a member of a group or organization.
neutralpeoplework
How it's used
This character functions primarily as a suffix in compound words to denote a person belonging to a specific group or organization. It is rarely used as a standalone noun in modern spoken Cantonese, where people would instead use words like 人 or 份子. It carries a formal or institutional tone, making it common in professional or organizational contexts.
Examples
The company has hired many new employees.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners often try to use this as a standalone word for 'person' or 'member', but it must be attached to another character to form a meaningful noun. Using it alone will sound incomplete or confusing to native speakers.
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Grammar guides
- 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.
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