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Jyutpinglou5 gwan1
Yalelóuh gwān
Definition
An old, experienced soldier, or a uniformed police officer.
- an old or veteran soldier
- slanga uniformed police officer
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How it's used
Refers specifically to uniformed police officers on patrol. It carries a slightly wary or informal tone, often used when people want to alert others to the presence of law enforcement without drawing too much attention. It is not used to refer to detectives or plainclothes officers.
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There are police checking ID cards up ahead.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this term in formal settings or when speaking directly to an officer, as it can sound disrespectful or overly casual. It is strictly a slang term for street-level, uniformed police.
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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.
