leon4 gaang1輪更轮更
Jyutpingleon4 gaang1
Yalelèuhn gāang
Definition
To work in shifts; to be on duty by turns.
colloquialwork
How it's used
Shift work is a central part of the service industry in Hong Kong, making this term essential for discussing work schedules. It specifically implies a rotating roster rather than a fixed nine to five schedule. People often use it to explain why they cannot attend social gatherings or family events.
Examples
She works as a nurse and has to work shifts, it is very tiring.
Do you need to work shifts next week?
Related words
Common mistake
Learners sometimes confuse this with 輪班, which is more common in formal or written contexts. In casual conversation, 輪更 is the preferred term for shift work.
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