pin1 hou6編號编号
Jyutpingpin1 hou6
Yalepīn houh
Definition
A unique ID number, serial number, or code used to distinguish individuals, animals, or objects.
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How it's used
Used primarily for administrative or technical identification rather than personal identification like a phone number. It implies a systematic order or a database entry where items are indexed for tracking purposes. It is common to see this on official documents, product labels, or institutional records.
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Do you remember your student ID number yet?
There is a serial number printed on this product.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this for personal identifiers like a phone number or a house address, as those are usually referred to as 號碼. This term specifically implies a code assigned for classification or inventory.
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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.
