kei2 wai2企位
Jyutpingkei2 wai2
Yalekéi wái
Definition
Standing room; a place or space for standing.
colloquialtransportplaces
How it's used
Primarily used in the context of public transport or concert venues to describe areas where seating is not provided. It highlights the lack of a seat rather than just the act of standing. When referring to a person standing, use the verb 企 instead.
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go3個goExamples
Related words
Common phrases
limited standing room
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe a person's physical posture or location, as it specifically refers to the designated space or capacity for standing.
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Grammar guides
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- Modal verbsHow to say can, will, may, should, must, and want. The core modal verbs of Cantonese and the differences that trip up beginners.
