oi3 gwok3 ze2愛國者爱国者
Jyutpingoi3 gwok3 ze2
Yaleoi gwok jé
Definition
Patriot.
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How it's used
Used primarily in political discourse, this term carries a strong ideological weight in modern Hong Kong. It is rarely used in casual, everyday conversation unless discussing current affairs or government policy. The term often appears in formal slogans or news reports rather than personal descriptions.
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Who is actually the real patriot?
Related words
Common phrases
patriots governing Hong Kong
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe someone who simply loves their country in a casual or emotional sense, as it is heavily loaded with political connotations and institutional expectations.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
