man4 zing3 si6 mou6 guk6民政事務局民政事务局
Jyutpingman4 zing3 si6 mou6 guk6
Yalemàhn jing sih mouh guhk
Definition
Home Affairs Bureau, a former government bureau of Hong Kong.
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How it's used
This government department is responsible for district administration and community building. Note that the organizational structure of the Hong Kong government has evolved, and some functions previously under this bureau have been restructured into the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau. It is common to refer to it simply as 民政局 in casual conversation.
Examples
The Home Affairs Bureau issued a press release today.
Have you checked the Home Affairs Bureau's website?
Common phrases
Home Affairs Bureau (short form)
Common mistake
Learners often confuse this with the Immigration Department, which is 入境事務處. Ensure you distinguish between local community affairs and border control functions.
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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.
