ping4 man4平民
Jyutpingping4 man4
Yalepìhng màhn
Definition
Common people or civilians, referring to ordinary citizens who do not hold public power or come from privileged backgrounds.
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How it's used
Beyond referring to civilians in a political or military context, this term is frequently used as an adjective to describe things that are accessible, affordable, or unpretentious. It carries a positive connotation of being relatable and grounded, contrasting with anything perceived as elitist or overly luxurious. When used this way, it often describes food, fashion, or personal habits.
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This restaurant is very affordable, even students can afford to eat here.
Even though he is a big star, his lifestyle is very down-to-earth.
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Common phrases
to make something accessible to the public
affordable price
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with the adjective 平, which simply means cheap. While 平民 can imply affordability, it specifically highlights the status or style of the common person rather than just the price tag.
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Grammar guides
- Directional complementsThe small words added after a verb to show direction of movement, like up, down, out, in, and back. Common in everyday Cantonese.
- DemonstrativesThis and that with 呢 and 嗰, the personal pronouns, and how 哋 turns I, you, and he into we, you all, and they.
- Resultative complementsSticking a result word onto a verb to show how it turned out, like eat until full or look and find. A productive everyday pattern.
