maang4 gung1盲公
Jyutpingmaang4 gung1
Yalemàahng gūng
Definition
A blind man; an adult male who cannot see.
colloquialpeoplebody
How it's used
Refers specifically to an adult male who is blind. While it is a common term, it can sound blunt or insensitive in formal settings, so use it with awareness of the context. It is most frequently encountered in the compound 盲公竹, which metaphorically describes someone who acts as a guide or mentor for another.
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go3個goExamples
That blind man is selling things on the street.
Did you see the blind man earlier?
Related words
Common phrases
white cane or a guide
Common mistake
Avoid using this term to address someone directly, as it is descriptive rather than a polite form of address. It is strictly a noun to describe a person's condition, not a title.
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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.
