muk6 si1 lam4穆斯林
Jyutpingmuk6 si1 lam4
Yalemuhk sī làhm
Definition
Muslim; a follower of Islam.
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How it's used
This term is used primarily in formal or academic contexts to refer to the religious identity of individuals. In daily life, Hong Kongers often use the term 回教徒 to refer to Muslims, though this is considered less precise or even outdated by some members of the community who prefer the term 穆斯林. It is important to note that the term is strictly a noun and does not function as an adjective in Cantonese.
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He is a devout Muslim and prays every day.
Does this restaurant have anything that Muslims can eat?
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Common mistake
Avoid using the term 回教徒 if you want to be respectful, as many Muslims find it inaccurate or offensive because it implies the religion is only for the Hui ethnic group. Stick to 穆斯林 for a neutral and accurate description.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
