paa1 si2 but3派士砵
Jyutpingpaa1 si2 but3
Yalepā sí but
Definition
Passport.
colloquialtravel
How it's used
This term is a direct phonetic loan from the English word passport. While it is widely understood, it is mostly used by older generations or in specific local contexts, as the standard term 護照 is far more common in formal and everyday speech. Using this loanword can sound slightly dated or informal depending on the speaker's background.
Measure word
bun2本búnExamples
I forgot to bring my passport when I left.
Related words
Common mistake
Learners should be aware that this is not the standard term for travel documents. Using it in professional or official settings like at an immigration counter may cause confusion or sound unprofessional.
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Grammar guides
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