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Yalemàhn gíng
Definition
People's police; specifically referring to the police force of the People's Republic of China.
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How it's used
This term is exclusively used to refer to law enforcement officers within mainland China. It is not used to describe the Hong Kong Police Force, who are referred to as 差人 or 阿Sir. Using it for local officers will sound unnatural and politically specific.
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There are a few police officers patrolling over there.
Are you looking for the police to help you?
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Common phrases
police officer (affectionate term used by children)
Common mistake
Do not use this word for Hong Kong police officers, as it specifically denotes the state police system of the mainland. Calling a local officer a 民警 can cause confusion or be perceived as a misunderstanding of local terminology.
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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.
