mun4 tou4門徒门徒
Jyutpingmun4 tou4
Yalemùhn tòuh
Definition
Disciple; a follower of a religious leader or scholar.
neutralpeople
How it's used
Refers specifically to a formal relationship between a teacher and a student, often implying a deeper level of commitment than a casual learner. It is frequently used in contexts involving martial arts, religious traditions, or philosophical schools. The term carries a sense of loyalty and lineage that goes beyond simple classroom instruction.
Measure word
wai6位waihExamples
He is the master's favorite disciple.
Related words
Common mistake
Avoid using this for a regular student in a school setting, as it implies a much more serious, almost spiritual or vocational bond. For a normal student, use 學生 instead.
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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.
