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Definition
A heavy smoker; a person who has smoked for many years.
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How it's used
This term carries a slightly informal and descriptive tone, often used to characterize someone who has a long-standing, ingrained habit. It implies a sense of permanence, suggesting that smoking is not just a casual activity but a defining part of the person's lifestyle. While it can be used neutrally, it is frequently employed when discussing the difficulty of quitting or the health consequences of long-term tobacco use.
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He is a heavy smoker and needs to smoke two packs a day.
You've been a heavy smoker for so long, why do you suddenly want to quit?
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Common phrases
veteran heavy smoker
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with simply calling someone a smoker, which is usually just 食煙嘅人. Using this term implies a significant duration of time and a high frequency of consumption, so it is inappropriate for someone who only smokes occasionally or has recently started.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
