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Definition
An older male ethnic Chinese resident or immigrant in Southeast Asia.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to older generations of Chinese men who migrated to Southeast Asia for work and later sent remittances back to their ancestral villages in Guangdong. It carries a slightly nostalgic or historical tone, often associated with the era of overseas migration. It is not used for modern business expatriates or younger generations.
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He is a Southeast Asian Chinese man, he sends money back home all the time.
When is that Southeast Asian Chinese man coming back to visit his relatives?
Related words
Common phrases
Southeast Asian Chinese man sending remittances
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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.
