leoi5 hang4 zi1 piu3旅行支票
Jyutpingleoi5 hang4 zi1 piu3
Yaleléuih hàhng jī piu
Definition
Traveler's cheque; a pre-printed cheque of fixed value.
neutralmoneytravel
How it's used
This term refers to a specific financial instrument that has become increasingly obsolete in the digital age. While it was once a standard way for tourists to carry money securely, most people now rely on credit cards or ATM withdrawals. It is rarely heard in casual conversation unless discussing older travel habits or specific banking services.
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zoeng1張jēungExamples
Do you still have any travellers' cheques to use?
Nowadays very few people bring travellers' cheques when they travel.
Related words
Common phrases
to exchange travellers' cheques
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with a standard bank cheque, which is simply called 支票. Remember that this is specifically for travel purposes and is rarely used for local payments in Hong Kong.
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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.
